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ANCA (Sendaway Test)

Alternative Names:Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody
cANCA
pANCA
Laboratory:Anatomical Pathology
Test Code:ANC
Medicare rebatable:Yes
Specimen Types:Serum
Container Types:
SSTSST
Adults Volume or Mass:6 mL
Transport Instructions:Room Temperature
Processing Instructions:Centrifuge

 Sera is stored at 4°C until tested (<7days). For long term storage samples are frozen at -20°C or -70°C. Repeated freezing and thawing must be avoided.

Heat inactivation must not be carried out as this will lead to false positive results.

Assay Frequency:Twice weekly
External Laboratory:The Alfred Pathology Service (APS)
  External Laboratory details...
External Transport Instructions:Send at 4'C with Ice Pack

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