A positive result indicates the presence of Jo-1 antibodies and suggests the possibility of polymyositis or other related connective tissue diseases.
1.0 mL Serum in a SST Gold Top Tube
48 hours Refrigerated
30 Days Frozen
Specimen to be transported Refrigerated to PRMC within 48 hours of collection to be frozen by Immunology department to maintain specimen integrity until testing occurs. Do not transport frozen.
0.5 mL Serum
<20 units
< 20 Units: Negative
20-39 Units: Weak Positive
40-80 Units: Moderate Positive
>80 Units: Strong Positive
A positive result indicates the presence of Jo-1 antibodies and suggests the possibility of polymyositis or other related connective tissue diseases.
7 days
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