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HelpTest Code ECHIG Echinococcus Antibody, IgG, Serum
Reporting Name
Echinococcus Ab, IgG, SPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
Detection of antibodies to Echinococcus granulosus
Specimen 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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 7 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86682
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ECHNG | Echinococcus Ab, IgG, S | 32171-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ECHNG | Echinococcus Ab, IgG, S | 32171-1 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.