1506
Factor H Autoantibody
Order Code: 1506
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Test Information
Patients may develop autoantibodies to Factor H that may clear Factor H from circulation, or otherwise reduce control of the complement system, accounting for approximately 6% of all aHUS cases.
Also Known As
- Autoantibody
- Factor
- FH
- FH Autoantibody
- H
Disease State
Atypical Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome
Test Type
Functional/Serologic Test
Sample Notes
Serum (Red Top - no serum separator)
Requested Volume
Two 2 ml aliquots
Minimum / Pediatric Volume
One 2 ml aliquot
Additional Sample Information
Sample should be spun down, taken off the clot, and frozen within 2 hours of draw. Send on dry ice. Frozen serum stable up to 6 months. Avoid freeze/thaw cycles.
Shipping Information
Frozen
CPT Codes
- 83516
Method
ELISA
Turnaround Time
7-10 days
New York State Approval
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DEX Z-Code™
No