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Schistosoma Ab, CSF (IgG)
| Item | Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No | ||
| Available Stat? | No | ||
| Test code | SCHIST | ||
| Test group | Schistosoma | ||
| Performed by | Focus via Quest | ||
| Sendout? | Yes | ||
| Method | ELISA | ||
| Container type | CSF collection tube | ||
| Amount to Collect | 1 mL CSF | ||
| Sample type | CSF | ||
| Preferred volume | 1 mL CSF | ||
| Min. Volume | 0.25 mL CSF | ||
| Processing notes | Refrigerate sample and ship refrigerated. Complete TSO form for Quest-Nichols and forward with CSF specimen in Quest specimen container. | ||
| Units | Index | ||
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| Synonyms | Schistosomiasis; Schistosoma mansoni; Schistosoma haematobium; Schistosoma japonicum; Schistosoma mekongi | ||
| Stability | Room temperature 1 week, refrigerated 2 months, frozen at -20C indefinite. | ||
| Turn around times | Set up once per week, turnaround 7-12 days | ||
| CPT coding | 86682-90 | ||
| LOINC code | 27260-9 | ||
| Last Updated | 3/24/2013 7:08:27 PM | ||
| Entry Number | 1173 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667