West Nile Virus Antibody, IgM by ELISA, CSF


Abbrev Code:CWNM   
Order Code:LAB6833Order Name:West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF
Synonyms:Arbovirus
Methodology:Enzyme linked immunosorbent assay
CPT Codes: 86788 x1
Turnaround Time:Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 1-6 days.
Compliance:

For tests developed and validated by ARUP (previously referred to as Compliance Statement B, C or D). This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by ARUP Laboratories. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This test was performed in a CLIA certified laboratory and is intended for clinical purposes.


Collection Instructions

Specimen:CSF
Optimal Volume:2 mL
Minimum\Peds Volume:0.3 mL
Container:Sterile tube
Causes for Rejection:Heat inactivated or hemolyzed specimens.


Processing and Shipping

Specimen Processing:Aliquot 2 mL, 0.3 mL minimum CSF into a sterile container. Store in refrigerator.
Shipping Instructions:Ship at refrigerated temperature.
Stability:8 hours at room temperature;2 weeks refrigerated; 1 year frozen.
Test Performed at or Referral Lab Lab Sendouts  (ARUP)
Referral Lab number:50239


Interpretive

Reference Range:

0.89 IV or less

Negative. No significant level of West Nile virus IgM antibody detected

0.90-1.10 IV

Equivocal. Questionable presence of West Nile Virus IgM antibody detected. Repeat testing in 10-14 days may be helpful.

1.11 IV or greater

Positive. Presence of IgM antibody to West Nile virus detected, suggestive or current or recent infection.

 

 

Use:The detection of antibodies to West Nile virus in cerebrospinal fluid may indicate central nervous system infection. However, consideration must be given to possible contamination by blood or transfer of serum antibodies across the blood-brain barrier.


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