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HelpTest ID FONS Western blot for anti-optic nerve autoantibodies in the serum
Specimen Required
Submit only one of the following specimens:
Serum:
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 5 mL serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Plasma:
Draw blood in a lavender-top (EDTA) tube(s). Spin down and send 5 mL EDTA plasma refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Complete and submit with specimen:
- Completed OHSU Ocular request form
- Clinical history
- Referring physician information (name & phone number)
-NOTE: Without this information, testing cannot be completed.
Method Name
Western blot
Reporting Name
Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WBSpecimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reference Values
A final report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Batched
Report Available
16 to 35 daysPerforming Laboratory
Ocular Immunology Laboratory OHSUCPT Code Information
84181
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FONS | Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FONS | Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB | Not Provided |