Ordering Recommendation
Investigate potential autoimmune disorders involving the parathyroid gland.
Mnemonic
PTH-AB
Methodology
Qualitative Radiobinding Assay
Performed
Varies
Reported
4-15 days
New York DOH Approval Status
This test is New York DOH approved.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation
Collect
Plain Red. Also acceptable: Serum Separator Tube (SST).
Specimen Preparation
Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL)
Test is not performed at ARUP; separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered.
Storage/Transport Temperature
Room temperature. Also acceptable: Refrigerated or frozen.
Unacceptable Conditions
Remarks
Stability
Ambient: 2 weeks; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 28 days
Reference Interval
By report
Interpretive Data
Compliance Category
Performed by non-ARUP Laboratory
Note
Hotline History
N/A
CPT Codes
83519
Components
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
3000004 | Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Antibody | 13928-7 |
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Aliases
- N/A
Parathyroid Hormone (PTH) Antibody
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano Inc.