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HelpTest Code WNGC West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG, Spinal Fluid
Reporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
IgG: Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86789
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | 41236-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | 77953-8 |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Useful For
Aids in diagnosing recent or past central nervous system West Nile virus infection
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday