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HelpCatalog ID FINA NAbFeron (IFNB-1) Neutralizing Antibody Test
Additional Codes
Order: Ref Specimen Referral Misc
Comment: IFN-B Ab
Note: All orders for this test will undergo Pathology review for medical necessity.
Reporting Name
NAbFeron (IFN-B) AntibodyUseful For
Detection of antibodies to interferon-B-1
Performing Laboratory
Athena DiagnosticsSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Red or SST
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube is acceptable. Spin down and send 2 mL of serum refrigerate in a plastic vial.
Note: Sample needs to be collected either before treatment with interferon or more than 24 hours following the most recent dose. Patient should not be on steroid therapy for at least two weeks prior to testing.
Collect 4.0 mL blood in Gold top tube.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 180 days | ||
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reference Values
Final report has been sent to the referring laboratory.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Athena Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes. .CPT Code Information
86382
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FINA | NAbFeron (IFN-B) Antibody | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0083 | NAbFeron (IFN-B) Antibody | Not Provided |
Report Available
14 to 25 daysReject Due To
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | NA |
Method Name
Viral cytopathic effect assay