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HelpTest ID BLOD0494 Tetanus Toxoid IgG Antibody, Serum
Useful For
Assessing antibody response to the tetanus toxoid vaccine, which should be performed at least 3 weeks after immunization
Aiding in the evaluation of immunodeficiency
This test should not be used to diagnose tetanus infection.
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reporting Name
Tetanus Toxoid IgG Ab, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Vaccinated: Positive (≥0.01 IU/mL)
Unvaccinated: Negative (<0.01 IU/mL)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86317
Secondary ID
36667Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Sanford Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 16244 | Tetanus Toxoid IgG Antibodies |
| 18924 | Tetanus IgG Value |