Test Name
ANTI-HISTONE, IMMUNOASSAY
Aliases
HISTONE ANTIBODY
Abbreviations
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Test Classification
INDIVIDUAL
Department
SEROLOGY
Sub Department
AUTOIMMUNITY
TAT Category
ELAPSED (CONTINUOUS) TIME
Estimated TAT
7
TAT Units
DAYS
Test Requirements
Sample type
SERUM
Container/ preservative
SERUM SEPARATOR TUBE (SST/ GEL) OR PLAIN (RED TOP) VACUTAINER.
Sample volume
2ML.
Clinical Utility
Positive results are consistent with drug induced lupus erythematosus (DILE).
Last Review
26th Feb 2026