Test ID BLOD1324 Echinococcus IgG with Reflex to Western Blot
Specimen Type/Requirements
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 | 0.2 mL |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday and Friday
Report Available
1 - 5 days
Methodology
Immunoassay (IFA)
Performing Lab
Quest Chantilly forwards to Focus Diagnostic, Inc.
CPT
86682
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 16144 | Echinococcus IgG w/reflex WB |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 7 days | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Additional Information
If Echinococcus IgG Antibody (EIA) is positive, Echinococcus IgG Western Blot will be performed at an additional charge.