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HelpTest Code LAB1268 Trichinella IgG Antibody
Additional Codes
TRICHIN AB
Clinical System Name
Trichinella IgG Antibody
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Red, or Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 2.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.2 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2 - 8 C
Storage Location: Store the aliquot in the CPA refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Separate from cells ASAP or within two hours of collection. Transfer 1.0 mL serum to a plastic aliquot tube (Min: 0.1 mL).
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room Temp | 7 d |
| Refrigerated | 14 d | |
| Frozen | 30 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
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | W | 3 - 9 d |
Methodology
Method: Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Immunoassay (ELISA)
Analytical Volume: 0.1 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
Negative
CPT Codes
86784
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Test Name: | Trichinella IgG Antibody, ELISA (34321X) |
| Reference Lab Test Code: | 65631P |
| Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday with the Quest courier. |