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Liver Line Blot (Blood)

Alternate Names	Autoantibody to soluble liver antigen, Liver Pancreas (SLA/LP), Anti-Soluble Liver Antigen, SLA, LP, LC1, LC-1, gp210, PML, Sp100, AMA-M2, M2-3E, Liver Cytosol 1 Ab, Soluble Liver Antigens
Test Code	LLB
Testing Laboratory	Immunology
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	If this is an initial presentation, Tissue Autoantibody Testing (LKM, AMA, SMA) is suggested prior to Liver Line Blot Testing. Liver Line Blot will test for the following antibodies: SLA/LP LC-1 LKM-1 gp210 PML Sp100 AMA-M2 M2-3E
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	2mL
Add On Test Suitability	This test can be added up to 7 days from collection, subject to sample availability.

Container ID	S, SP
Laboratory Instructions	Instructions for: Heidelberg Sendaways Department Requests for Liver Line Blot testing should be referred to the Immunopathologist for approval, except in the circumstances below. Any request specifiying 'SLA (Soluble Liver Antibodies)' or 'LC1' may proceed directly to Liver Line Blot testing without approval. Instructions for: Metropolitan & Regional Specimen Receptions All requests for 'Liver Antibodies', please refer here.
Accredited Test	Yes

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Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)