Test Directory

Test Code
SMAB
Test Name
Sm (Smith) Autoantibody
CPT Codes
86235
Specimen and Container Info

Preferred Specimen Type: Serum

Desired Specimen Volume: 4 mL

Volume reflects estimated whole blood.

Preferred Collection Container: Gold Top, Serum Separator

Stability Requirements

Refrigerated

7 days

Frozen

<20°C for long-term storage. 

Freeze/Thaw Cycles

Avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.

Methodology
Bead-Based Multiplex Immunoassay
Reference Intervals

Ratio <1.0, Negative

Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Testing Schedule
Routine, Monday - Friday no holidays