Laboratory Medicine Program

Anti-centromere antibodies
(ACA)

Clinical Decription:
Anti-centromere antibodies are observed in CREST variant scleroderma, and less frequently in Raynaud?s phenomenon and other rheumatic diseases.
<br/><em>Dade Behring Anti-centromere antibodies package insert</em>

Method: IFA; Manual

Component Tests Used: n/a

Reference Ranges Used:
Negative

Specimen Type: serum
Volume: 1 mL (minimum: 0.5 mL)

Shipping: 4C

Special Instructions: n/a

Testing Schedule(s): .

Turnaround Time: 7-10 days

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