Test Code GBM Anti-Glomerular Basement Membrane IgG
Useful For
Aids in diagnosis of rapidly progressive glomerulonephritis and anti-GBM (Goodpasture) disease.
Patient Preparation
No special patient preparation required
Collection Method
Venous collection
Minimum Volume
2 mL
Container
Gold Top Serum Separator
Preferred Specimen
Serum
Acceptable Specimens
Serum:
- Gold Top SST
- Red Top
Plasma:
- Light Geen Top (lithium heparin)
Reference or Target Ranges
<20
Reportable Units
RLU
Critical Value
Not defined for this assay
Reasons for Rejection
Hemolysis Threshold |
N/A |
Icterus Threshold |
N/A |
Lipemia Threshold |
N/A |
Other |
QNS, contaminated, improperly labeled, improper specimen type |
Specimen Stability
Ambient |
N/A |
Refrigerated (4°C to 8°C) |
48 Hours |
Frozen(-70°C to 0°C) |
Indefinitely |
Performance Information
Days and Time Performed |
Monday – Friday 7 AM – 4 PM |
Expected Turn Around Time |
Within 7 days of arrival in lab |
Stat Availability |
No |
Performing Bench |
ANA |
Methodology/Method Description |
Bioflash – Chemilluminescence |
CPT Codes
82397