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HelpTest Code LAB1232587 Spotted Fever Group Antibody, IgG and IgM, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgG, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
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 plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Special Instructions
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysReport Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
IgG: <1:64
IgM: <1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of spotted fever group rickettsial infections
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
CPT Code Information
86757 x 2
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SFGP | Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgG, IgM, S | 90260-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 84342 | Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgG, S | In Process |
| 84346 | Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgM, S | In Process |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.