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Reporting Name
Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, SUseful For
Aid in the diagnosis of active visceral leishmaniasis
This test should not be used as the sole criteria for diagnosis.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
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Note:
Collect 1.0 mL blood in Gold top tube.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
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.Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumCPT Code Information
86717
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LEIS | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 86219 | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Method Name
Immunochromatographic Strip Assay
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.