Test Code FARP Autoimmune Retinopathy Panel by Immunoblot (ARP)
Specimen Required
Submit the following required information with specimen:
1. Completed OHSU Ocular request form
2. Clinical history
3. Referring physician information (name & phone number)
-NOTE: Without this information, testing cannot be completed.
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 5 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerate.
Specimen Type: Plasma
Collection Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen volume: 5 mL Plasma
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot plasma into a plastic vial.
2. Send refrigerate.
Secondary ID
75446Special Instructions
Method Name
Immunoblot
Reporting Name
Autoimmune Retinopathy Panel (ARP)Specimen Type
VariesSpecimen Minimum Volume
3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Varies | Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
An interpretive report will be provided.
Day(s) Performed
Batched
Report Available
16 to 35 daysPerforming Laboratory
Ocular Immunology Laboratory OHSUCPT Code Information
84182 x 8
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FARP | Autoimmune Retinopathy Panel (ARP) | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FARP | Autoimmune Retinopathy Panel (ARP) | Not Provided |
Clinical Information
Refer to www.ohsu.edu/casey-eye-institute/ocular-immunology-lab.