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GAD-65 Autoantibodies
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | GAD |
| Performed by | Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | Radio Binding |
| Container type | Red top or Gold top |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL serum |
| Min. Volume | 0.2 mL serum |
| Processing notes | Freeze sample. Quest test # 139261P |
| Units | U/mL |
| Normal range | ≤ 1.0 U/mL |
| Synonyms | Glutamic acid decarboxylase; GAD 65 AB; anti-GAD65 antibody; GADA |
| Turn around times | Test performed Wednesday and Friday. Turnaround 3-6 days |
| CPT coding | 83519-90 |
| LOINC code | 13926-1 |
| Last Updated | 10/2/2010 11:51:54 AM |
| Entry Number | 408 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667