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HelpTest Code EHIS Entamoeba histolytica Antibody, Serum
Reporting Name
E. histolytica Ab, IgG, SPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Useful For
As an adjunct in the diagnosis of extraintestinal, invasive amebiasis
Ordering Guidance
Direct detection of Entamoeba histolytica in fecal specimens is recommended to diagnose intestinal amebiasis. See OPE / Ova and Parasite, Travel History or Immunocompromised, Feces or OAPNS / Ova and Parasite, Microscopy, Varies.
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, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
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
86753
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| EHOLG | E. histolytica Ab, IgG, S | 22285-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| EHOLG | E. histolytica Ab, IgG, S | 22285-1 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.