Trichinella Antibody, IgG, Serum
| Abbrev Code: | MMMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Laboratory Miscellaneous Order |
| Methodology: | Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 86784 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Fri; testing is performed on Tuesdays and Thursdays; results are reported in 1-6 days. | ||
| Compliance: | This test has been cleared, approved or is exempt by the U.S. 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. |
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Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 0.5 mL serum, 0.4 mL minimum, into a plastic vial. Store frozen. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship frozen. |
| Stability: | 5 days refrigerated; 30 days frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (Mayo Medical Laboratories) |
| Referral Lab number: | TRCNG |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Negative |
| Use: | As an adjunct in the diagnosis of trichinosis. |
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