Jo-1 Antibody
| Alternate Names | Polymyositis, t-RNA Synthetase |
| Ordering Recommendation | Useful in patients with polymyositis, but has also been found in patients with dermatomyositis, and the polymyositis/scleroderma “overlap syndrome” (PM/SCL) or polymyositis/systemic lupus erythematosis “overlap syndrome” (PM/SLE). |
| Specimen | Serum |
| Container Type | Red/Yellow Top Tube
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| Reference Range | See patient report |
| Stability | 7 days |
| Transport Temp | Refrigerate 2°-8°C |
| Instructions | None |
| Performing Lab | Quest Nichols Institute – San Juan Capistrano, CA 92690 Reference Lab Test Code: 5810 |
| Days Performed | Mon-Sat |
| Report Available | 2-4 days |
| NY State Available | Yes |
| LOINC Code | 35333-4 |
| CPT Code | 86235 |
