Testing Laboratory
Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland HospitalDepartment
Refer to Testing Lab link
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
ANA1
Test Code (Numeric Code)
7854
Laboratory Handling
Sample Stability
T/F
Synonyms
ANA, ENA Antibodies (Extractable Nuclear Antigen), Centromere antibodies, SM antibodies, anti-smith antibodies, SCL-70 Antibodies
Turnaround Time
3 days
Between 3-5 days. Tests performed twice weekly in Biochemistry
Specimen Type
- Plasma
Specimen Type
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Acceptable
- Plain (Red Top)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
4
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
0.25
Last updated: 03/03/2026