Testing Laboratory
Canterbury Health Laboratories Christchurch HospitalDepartment
Immunology
Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)
ASCA
Test Code (Numeric Code)
5728
Laboratory Handling
Phlebotomy
Serum
Sample Stability
2-8°C for up to a week
Synonyms
ASCA, Anti-Saccharomyces cerevisiae antibodies
Turnaround Time
4 weeks
Specimen Type
- Serum
Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain (Red Top)
Acceptable
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
5
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
1
Paediatric Specimen Requirements
Tube/Container Type:
Preferred
- Plain (Red Top)
Acceptable
- SST II (Gold Cap)
Preferred Sample Volume (ml)
1
Minimum Sample Volume (ml)
1
Additional Specimen Information
This test may be vetted by a pathologist.
The clinical information for the test must be clearly written on the request form. If clinical information is not provided, or does not provide sufficient justification for the test, the test may be declined.
Declined tests :
If a test is declined, the specimen will be held for a reasonable period (usually 3 weeks but dependant on the viability of the sample). Medical practitioners seeking approval for a declined test should email the LabPLUS Immunology Team , giving the patient's name and NHI number and the clinical justification for the test. If unable to email, call the on-call Immunologist via Lablink (09-3078995).
Last updated: 17/03/2026