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Trichinella spiralis Antibody, IgG
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Approval req'd? | No |
| Available Stat? | No |
| Test code | TRICG |
| Performed by | Focus via Quest |
| Sendout? | Yes |
| Method | ELISA |
| Container type | Gold top, Red top |
| Amount to Collect | 2 mL blood |
| Sample type | Serum |
| Preferred volume | 1 mL serum |
| Min. Volume | 0.3 mL serum |
| Processing notes | Order Quest # 34321X |
| Normal range | Negative |
| Synonyms | Trichinosis |
| Stability | Room temperature 1 week, refrigerated 2 weeks, frozen 1 month. |
| Turn around times | Run once per week. Turnaround 2-8 days |
| Additional information | The Trichinella IgG ELISA employs an excretory-secretory antigen to reduce nonspecific reactivity; however, crossreactivity with other parasite antigens (e.g., strongyloides, filarial, malaria) may occure. The assay should be considered a screening test for Trichinella exposure; diagnosis of trichinosis requires a compatible patient history and supporting pathologic findings. For examination of biopsy samples contact Anatomic pathology. |
| CPT coding | 86784-90 |
| LOINC code | 32768-4 |
| Last Updated | 3/14/2011 12:18:38 PM |
| Entry Number | 948 |
If you have additional questions regarding this test, please call: 415-353-1667