Local code : ENAS
Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
5-10 mL
Sample Processing in Laboratory
Usual
Sample Preparation
Usual
Turnaround Time
5 daysSample Stability
Stored at 4oC
ENA Antibody: Sm D
General Information
Anti-Sm (Smith) antibodies are specific for SLE (5-30%) and are more prevalent in Afro-carribeans
Patient Preparation
None
Notes
None Given
Reference Range
Negative
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
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EQA Status:
NEQAS eqa scheme for nuclear and related antigens