Test Id : FONS
Western blot for anti-optic nerve autoantibodies in the serum
Method Name
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A short description of the method used to perform the test
Western blot
NY State Available
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Yes
Reporting Name
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Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB
Aliases
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Lists additional common names for a test, as an aid in searching
Optic nerve autoantibodies
Specimen Type
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Describes the specimen type validated for testing
Varies
Specimen Required
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Defines the optimal specimen required to perform the test and the preferred volume to complete testing
Complete and submit with specimen:
-Completed OHSU Ocular Requisition Form
-Clinical history
-Healthcare professional information (name and phone number)
NOTE: Without this information, testing cannot be completed.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 5 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. Label specimen as serum.
3. Send refrigerated.
Specimen Type: Plasma
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen volume: 5 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
2. Label specimen as plasma.
3. Send refrigerated.
Special Instructions
Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Library of PDFs including pertinent information and forms related to the test
Specimen Minimum Volume
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Defines the amount of sample necessary to provide a clinically relevant result as determined by the testing laboratory. The minimum volume is sufficient for one attempt at testing.
3 mL
Reject Due To
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Identifies specimen types and conditions that may cause the specimen to be rejected
| Hemolysis | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
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| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Clinical Information
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Discusses physiology, pathophysiology, and general clinical aspects, as they relate to a laboratory test
Refer to www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/ocular-immunology-lab
Reference Values
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A final report will be provided.
PDF Report
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Referral
Day(s) Performed
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Batched
Report Available
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The interval of time (receipt of sample at Mayo Clinic Laboratories to results available) taking into account standard setup days and weekends. The first day is the time that it typically takes for a result to be available. The last day is the time it might take, accounting for any necessary repeated testing.
16 to 35 days
Performing Laboratory Location
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Indicates the location of the laboratory that performs the test
Ocular Immunology Laboratory OHSU
Fees
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CPT Code Information
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CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
Provides guidance in determining the appropriate Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) code(s) information for each test or profile. The listed CPT codes reflect Mayo Clinic Laboratories interpretation of CPT coding requirements. It is the responsibility of each laboratory to determine correct CPT codes to use for billing.
CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
CPT codes are provided by the performing laboratory.
84182
LOINC® Information
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Provides guidance in determining the Logical Observation Identifiers Names and Codes (LOINC) values for the order and results codes of this test. LOINC values are provided by the performing laboratory.
| Test Id | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FONS | Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB | Not Provided |
| Result Id | Test Result Name |
Result LOINC Value
Applies only to results expressed in units of measure originally reported by the performing laboratory. These values do not apply to results that are converted to other units of measure.
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|---|---|---|
| FONS | Anti-optic nerve autoantibodies, WB | Not Provided |