ZnT8 Antibodies
Also known as: Zinc Transporter 8 Autoantibodies
Use
Detects zinc transporter 8 autoantibodies (ZnT8), an autoimmune diabetes marker that is instrumental in the diagnosis of new-onset type 1 diabetes
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 76651-9
- 76651-9
Result Turnaround Time
6-10 days
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Container
Red‑top tube, gel‑barrier tube, or green‑top (heparin) tube
Collection Instructions
Serum or plasma must be separated from cells within 45 minutes of venipuncture. Transfer separated serum or plasma to a plastic transport tube. To avoid delays in turnaround time when requesting multiple tests on frozen samples, please submit separate frozen specimens for each test requested.
Storage Instructions
Freeze. Stable at room temperature and refrigerated for 7 days, or frozen 64 days. Freeze/thaw cycles: stable x6
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; lipemic specimen; EDTA plasma
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 64 days |
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