Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD25783Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Histone Antibodies
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Histone antibody is present in 80‑95% of patients with drug‑induced systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), 20‑50% of patients with idiopathic SLE, and infrequently in patients with other autoimmune connective tissue diseases.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
Histone Antibodies
ProteinHistone Antibodies • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
2-5 days
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Serum separator tube or plain red
Collection Instructions
Centrifuge and transport; if plain red, centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL serum
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |