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HelpTest ID BLOD1721 Francisella tularensis Antibody, IgM and IgG, ELISA, Serum
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of tularemia caused by Francisella tularensis
This test should not be used as a test of cure as it is not quantitative. Patients may remain seropositive for months to years following resolution of disease.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.6 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat inactivated specimen | Reject |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 7 daysMethod Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86668 x 2
Reporting Name
F. tularensis Ab, IgM/IgG ELISA, SReference Values
Negative
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.Secondary ID
605950Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TULM | F. tularensis Ab, IgM ELISA, S | No | Yes |
| TULG | F. tularensis Ab, IgG ELISA, S | No | Yes |
| TULI | F. tularensis Interpretation | No | Yes |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
SANFORD LABORATORY INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 27753 | F. TULARENSIS AB, IGM ELISA, S |
| 27754 | F. TULARENSIS AB, IGG ELISA, S |
| 27755 | F. TULARENSIS INTERPRETATION |