Anti-retinal autoantibodies follow up, WB
Use
The Anti-retinal autoantibodies follow-up test is a crucial part of the diagnostic process for patients who have previously undergone testing for anti-retinal autoantibodies at the Oregon Health Sciences University (OHSU) Ocular Immunology Laboratory. This test is performed to identify and monitor antibodies against retinal antigens, which can be associated with autoimmune retinopathy. The test aids in understanding the autoimmune process and planning appropriate therapeutic interventions.
Special Instructions
This test should only be ordered as a follow-up after previous tests performed at OHSU Ocular Immunology Laboratory. The submission of a completed OHSU Ocular request form, clinical history, and referring physician information is mandatory for the processing of the specimen.
Limitations
The test is limited to specimens that comply with the required submission forms and clinical history provision. Specimens that fail to meet the stability requirements, such as those that have undergone thaws or hemolysis beyond acceptable levels, may be rejected. The methodology employed may not detect all possible anti-retinal antibodies, potentially limiting the diagnostic scope of autoimmune retinopathy.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Western Blot)
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
16-35 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
5 mL
Minimum Volume
3 mL
Container
Plastic vial
Collection Instructions
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Mild hemolysis reject; Gross hemolysis reject; Warm thawing reject
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |