Ordering RecommendationRecommendations when to order or not order the test. May include related or preferred tests.
• Monitor disease in patient previously diagnosed with pemphigus and increased IgG desmoglein 1 and/or 3 antibodies; antibody levels correlate with disease activity. Consider ordering with Epithelial Cell Surface Antibody IgG (0090266).
• If used to screen for pemphigus, this test has decreased sensitivity and specificity when compared to Pemphigus Antibody Panel - Epithelial Cell Surface Antibodies and Desmoglein 1 and Desmoglein 3 Antibodies, IgG (0090650).
• For initial diagnosis and monitoring disease, Pemphigus Antibody Panel - Epithelial Cell Surface Antibodies and Desmoglein 1 and Desmoglein 3 Antibodies, IgG (0090650) is preferred.
• For diagnosing rare types of pemphigus, refer Pemphigus Antibody IgA (0092106) and Paraneoplastic Pemphigus Antibody Screen (0092107).
MnemonicUnique test identifier.
IGG DESMOG
MethodologyProcess(es) used to perform the test.
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay
PerformedDays of the week the test is performed.
Varies
ReportedExpected turnaround time for a result, beginning when ARUP has received the specimen.
4-9 days
New York DOH Approval StatusIndicates test has been approved by the New York State Department of Health.
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Plain red or serum separator tube.
Specimen Preparation
Transfer 2 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Reference IntervalNormal range/expected value(s) for a specific disease state. May also include abnormal ranges.
By report
Interpretive DataBackground information for test. May include disease information, patient result explanation, recommendations, details of testing, associated diseases, explanation of possible patient results.
No compliance statements are in use for this test.
NoteAdditional information related to the test.
For specimens less than 0.5 mL, call the Immunodermatology Laboratory at (866) 266-5699.
CPT CodesThe American Medical Association Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published in ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory are provided for informational purposes only. The codes reflect our interpretation of CPT coding requirements based upon AMA guidelines published annually. CPT codes are provided only as guidance to assist clients with billing. ARUP strongly recommends that clients confirm CPT codes with their Medicare administrative contractor, as requirements may differ. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. ARUP Laboratories assumes no responsibility for billing errors due to reliance on the CPT codes published.
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AliasesOther names that describe the test. Synonyms.
Desmoglein 1 and Desmoglein 3 Antibodies in Pemphigus, IgG
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