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HelpTest Code POLT Poliovirus (Types 1, 3) Antibodies, Neutralization
Reporting Name
Poliovirus (Types 1, 3) Ab, NeutPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsSpecimen Required
Specimen Type: Serum
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL of serum into a plastic vial.
2. Ship refrigerated.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 5 days |
Specimen Type
SerumDay(s) Performed
Monday and Thursday
Reference Values
Polio 1 Titer: <1:8
Polio 3 Titer: <1:8
Report Available
1 to 10 daysMethod Name
Culture/Neutralization
Test Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
86382 x 2
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FPOLO | Poliovirus (Types 1, 3) Ab, Neut | 68320-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z4806 | Polio 1 Titer | 22446-9 |
| Z4807 | Polio 3 Titer | 22450-1 |