Toxoplasma IgG Avidity
Abbrev Code: | AVIDG | ||
Order Code: | LAB5635 | Order Name: | Toxoplasma IgG Avidity |
Synonyms: | IgG Dye Test | ||
Methodology: | Sabin AB, Feldman H.A. Dyes | ||
CPT Codes: | 86777 x2, 86778 x1 | ||
Test Includes: | IgG dye test and IgM by ELISA | ||
Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference laboratory Mon-Thurs; results are reported within 3-7 days. |
Collection Instructions
Specimen: | Blood |
Optimal Volume: | 6 mL |
Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
Causes for Rejection: | Grossly hemolyzed, icteric, lipemic, or bacterially contaminated specimens. |
Processing and Shipping
Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 3 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Dr. Jack S Remington Laboratory Toxoplasmosis Serology Lab) |
Interpretive
Reference Range: | High avidity excludes infection within the previous 4 months. |
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