Schistosoma Antibody, IgG


Abbrev Code:SCHISA   
Order Code:LAB8043Order Name:Schistosoma Antibody IgG
Synonyms:Bilharzia
Methodology:Semi-quantitative enzyme linked immunosorbent assay
CPT Codes: 86682 x1, 86682 x1
Turnaround Time:Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 3-8 days.


Collection Instructions

Specimen:Blood
Optimal Volume:2 mL
Minimum\Peds Volume:1.2 mL
Container:Red (gel)
Alternate Containers: Red (no gel)
Causes for Rejection:Contaminated, heat-inactivated, grossly hemolyzed or lipemic specimens.


Processing and Shipping

Specimen Processing:Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator.
Shipping Instructions:Ship at refrigerated temperature.
Stability:After separation from cells: 48 hours at room temperature; 2 weeks refrigerated; 1 month frozen.
Test Performed at or Referral Lab Lab Sendouts  (ARUP)
Referral Lab number:3004472


Interpretive

Reference Range:
< 9 U Negative. No significant level of Shistosoma IgG
antibody detected.
9-11 U Equivocal. Recommend repeat testing in 2-4
weeks with fresh sample.
>11 U Postive. IgG antibodies to Schistosoma detected
which may suggest current or past infection.
 
Use:Aids in the diagnosis of schistosomiasis. Positive results in patients from endemic areas may not represent active infection.


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