Cutaneous Immunofluorescence Antibodies (IgG)
Test Mnemonic
CIFAB
CPT Codes
- 88346 - QTY (1)
- 88350 - QTY (1)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Dpt of Lab Med & Pathology
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Serum | No additive (Red) | Refrigerated |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
| Ambient | 14 days |
Days Performed
Mon - Fri
Turnaround Time
3 - 8 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Specimens that are grossly hemolyzed, grossly lipemic or grossly icteric will be rejected.
Clinical Info
Useful for confirming a diagnosis of pemphigoid, pemphigus, epidermolysis bullosa acquisita, or bullous lupus erythematosus. Monitoring therapeutic response in patients with pemphigus.