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HelpTest Code LEIS Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Antibody, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Leishmaniasis (Visceral) 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: 0.2 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.1 mL
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysReport Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Useful For
Aid in the diagnosis of active visceral leishmaniasis
This test should not be used as the sole criteria for diagnosis.
CPT Code Information
86717
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LEIS | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 86219 | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.