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HelpEhrlichia chaffeensis Antibodies (IgG, IgM)
Clinical System Name
Miscellaneous Test
Synonyms
E chaffeensis Ab
E. chaffeensis Ab
HME (human monocytic ehrlichosis)
human monocytic ehrlichosis
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Red or Gold SST or Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.5 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Gel separator or SST tube
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 4 C
Storage location: Spin sample and aliquot serum into plastic aliquot tube. Refrigerate sample in CPA refrigerator send-outs rack.
Off-site collection: Spin blood and aliquot serum into plastic aliquot tube. Transport room temperature.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room temp |
7 d |
| Refrigerated | 14 d | |
| Frozen -20 | 30 d |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N |
M - Sa |
2 - 4 d |
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Infectious Disease, Inc.
33608 Ortega Highway, Bldg B-West Wing
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042
Phone Number: (800) 642-4657
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
86666 (x2)
Methodology
Method: Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Analytical Volume: 0.2 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
| E. chaffeensis IgG | < 1:64 |
| E. chaffeensis IgM | < 1:20 |
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: |
Ehrlichia chaffeensis Antibodies (IgG, IgM) |
| Reference Test Number: |
34271 |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the Quest courier. |