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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
Additional Information
Babesia-specific IgG (≥ 1:512) is consistent with recent infection; antibody concentrations generally peak within one month of exposure.
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 |