Test Name: ANA SCREEN/REFLEX TITER, REFLEX DNA/ENA-HealthLab Only
Test Code: 2320099
Alias: ANA
LAB147
CPT Code(s): 86038  
Test Includes:

If ANA screen is positive, ANA titer/pattern and specific autoantibodies are performed. 

Specific autoantibodies include dsDNA, SSA, SSB, SM (Smith), SM/RNP, Scleroderma 70 (SLC-70), and Jo-1 will be performed.

If reflex testing is performed, additional charges apply (reflex 86235x6, 86225, 86039).

Preferred Specimen: 1.0 mL serum
Container: SST (gold)
Alternate Container: Plain Red (no additive/gel)
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL serum
Collection Instructions: Allow specimen to completely clot (this can take up to 60 minutes). Centrifuge for 15 minutes as soon as the specimen is clotted. If the specimen is collected in a Plain Red (no additive/gel) tube, transfer the separated serum to a properly labeled plastic transfer tube. Specify specimen type (serum) on transfer tube.
Transport Temperature:

Refrigerated

Stability:

Refrigerated: 7 days

Frozen (-20 degrees C or colder) for longer storage 

Rejection Criteria:

Gross hemolysis

Gross lipemia

High degree of microbial growth

Additional Information: For reflex test information, see the individual tests.
Schedule: Testing performed:  Monday-Friday; Results in 1-3 days
Method: Immunofluorescence assay (IFA)
Clinical Significance:

The antinuclear antibody (ANA) test is an indirect immunofluorescent test to detect antinuclear antibody activity in sera of patients with autoimmune rheumatic disease and connective tissue disease. 

Use: updated 10/13/25
Reference Ranges: Negative

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