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HelpTest Code WNGS West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG, Serum
Reporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNS / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Serum.
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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNS / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Serum.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| WNGS | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, S | 29566-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNGS | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, S | 29566-7 |
Useful For
Detection of IgG antibodies in West Nile virus infections
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday