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HelpTest Code ANAP Anaplasma phagocytophilum (Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis) Antibody, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, IgG,SSpecimen 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: 0.5 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 Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Special Instructions
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysReport Available
1 to 3 daysReference Values
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Useful For
As an adjunct in the diagnosis of human granulocytic ehrlichiosis (anaplasmosis)
Seroepidemiological surveys of the prevalence of the infection in certain populations
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
CPT Code Information
86666
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ANAP | Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, IgG,S | 23877-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 81157 | Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, IgG,S | 23877-4 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.