Anti-68 kD (hsp-70) Antibodies, Western Blot
Use
Detection of antibodies to the 68-kD (hsp-70) antigen associated with sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL)
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Positive results may occur in other autoimmune conditions or infectious diseases. Results should be interpreted alongside the patient's clinical history and other laboratory findings. Results are for research purposes only according to the assay's manufacturer and should not be used as a standalone diagnostic procedure without confirmation by another established diagnostic product or method.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Western Blot)
Biomarkers
68-kD (hsp-70) antibody
Protein
LOINC Codes
- 43597-4 - Inner ear 68kD Ab SerPl Ql IB
- 43597-4 - Inner ear 68kD Ab SerPl Ql IB
Result Turnaround Time
5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate
Causes for Rejection
Grossly hemolyzed, lipemic, or microbially-contaminated samples
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 24 hours |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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