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HelpTest ID BLOD0128 Liver/Kidney Microsome Type 1 Antibodies, Serum
Useful For
Evaluation of patients with liver disease of unknown etiology
Evaluation of patients with suspected autoimmune hepatitis
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat treated | Reject |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
2 to 4 daysMethod Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86376
Reporting Name
Liver/Kidney Microsome Type 1 Ab, SReference Values
≤20.0 Units (Negative)
20.1-24.9 Units (Equivocal)
≥25.0 Units (Positive)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following with the specimen:
-Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request (T728)
-General Request (T239)
Special Instructions
Secondary ID
80387Testing Algorithm
For more information see First-Line Screening for Autoimmune Liver Disease Algorithm.
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 13069 | Liver/Kidney Microsome Type 1 AB, S |