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HelpTest ID FINA NAbFeron (IFNB-1) Neutralizing Antibody Test
Method Name
Viral Cytopathic Effect Assay
Reporting Name
NAbFeron (IFN-B) AntibodySpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Patient Preparation: Specimen should 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.
Collection Container/Tube: Red top or serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Within 48 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot 2 mL of serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerate.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 180 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Reference Values
<1:20
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Performing Laboratory
Athena DiagnosticsCPT 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 |