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Coccidioides immitis Antibody, Immunodiffusion, serum
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | For non-serum samples, call Immunology at x3-1712 for approval. |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | COCC |
| Test group | Coccidioides immitis Antibody |
| Performed by | Immunology |
| In House Availability | Tuesday, Friday (day shift) |
| Method | Immunodiffusion |
| Container type | Gold top |
| Amount to Collect | 1 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Preferred volume | 0.5 mL serum |
| Processing notes | Freeze sample at -20C. |
| Normal range | Negative |
| Synonyms | coccidiomycosis; |
| Turn around times | 3-5 days |
| Additional information | Immunodiffusion detects both IgM and IgG antibodies, the latter corresponding to the antibody measured in the CF test. If a sample is positive, the ordering MD is called and asked whether the Complement Fixation test should be performed. |
| Last Updated | 11/20/2012 2:49:56 PM |
| Entry Number | 242 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667