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HelpTest Code LAB1235611 Babesia microti IgG Antibodies, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Babesia microti IgG Ab, 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 |
| 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
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Useful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of babesiosis
Follow-up of documented babesiosis
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
CPT Code Information
86753
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BABG | Babesia microti IgG Ab, S | 16117-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 81128 | Babesia microti IgG Ab, S | 16117-4 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.