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HelpOrderable Name LAGGT Granulocyte Antibodies, Serum
Additional Codes
CNE Order Code: Neutrophil Ab
Useful For
Work-up of individuals having febrile, nonhemolytic transfusion reactions
Detection of individuals with autoimmune neutropenia
This test is not useful for the diagnosis of neutropenia caused by marrow suppression by drugs or tumors.
Specimen Type
Serum RedSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Additional Information: Only pretransfusion reaction specimen is acceptable.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum Red | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Not applicable
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
CPT Code Information
86021
Report Available
7 to 15 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Indirect Immunofluorescence