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HelpTest ID BLOD1228 Babesia Microti Antibodies, IgG & IgM
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/ gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.1 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 48 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday - Saturday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Performing Lab
Quest Valencia forwards to Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute San Juan Capistrano
CPT
86753(2)
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 12764 | Babesia microti IgG |
| 12765 | Babesia microti IgM |
| 12763 | Interpretation |
Additional Information
Babesia-specific IgG (≥ 1:512) is consistent with recent infection; antibody concentrations generally peak within one month of exposure.