ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Pemphigus Panel - IgG Epithelial Cell Surface Antibodies and Levels of IgG Desmoglein 1 and Desmoglein 3 Antibodies, Serum : 0090650

Mnemonic: PEMPHI PAN

Methodology: Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay/Indirect Immunofluorescence
Performed: Varies
Reported: 4-9 days
Specimen Required: Collect:  One 5 mL plain red or serum separator tube.

Transport:  2 mL serum at 2-8°C.  (Min: 0.5 mL)  Submit specimen in an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.

Remarks:  For specimens less than 0.5 mL please call Immunodermatology (866) 266-5699.

Unacceptable Conditions:  Hemolyzed or lipemic specimens.

Stability:  Ambient: 4 days; Refrigerated: 3 months; Frozen: Indefinitely
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 88347 x2 Cell surface; 83516 Desmoglein 1; 83516 Desmoglein 3
 
 

 

 

 
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