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HelpTest ID BLOD0493 Spotted Fever Group Antibody, IgG and IgM, Serum
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of spotted fever group rickettsial infections
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
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 plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysMethod Name
Immunofluorescence
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86757 x 2
Reporting Name
Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgG, IgM, SReference Values
IgG: <1:64
IgM: <1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Special Instructions
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Sanford Laboratories - Sioux Falls/Rapid City Additional Information:
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 18203 | Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgG |
| 18204 | Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgM |