CYCLIC CITRULLINATED PEPTIDE ANTIBODY, IgG/IgA
Synonyms: | Cyclic Citrullinated IgG IgA Antibody; Anti-CCP |
Computer Code: | (CCP3) |
Specimen Collection: | 3 mL whole blood (gold top preferred, red top acceptable). |
Minimum Volume: | 2 mL |
Handling Instructions for Offsite Areas: | Allow to clot, centrifuge 20 minutes. Serum must be removed from red top tube. Refrigerate. |
Reference Values: | Negative: <20 units, Positive: > or = 20 units |
Lab Code: | Serology |
Requisition: | SEROL |
Test Frequency: | Weekly |
Routine TAT: | 7 days |
Stat TAT: | N/A |
CPT Code(s): | 83516 |
LCD or NCD: | |
Methodology Used: |
See Addendum XVII |