Centromere B Antibody
| Ordering Recommendation | Useful as a diagnostic tool for the form of scleroderma known as CREST (calcinosis, Raynaud’s phenomenon, esophageal immotility, sclerodactyly, and telangiectasia). |
| 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: 16088 |
| Days Performed | Mon-Sat |
| Report Available | 2-3 days |
| NY State Available | Yes |
| LOINC Code | 53982-5 |
| CPT Code | 86235 |
