Test Code FHVGM Hantavirus Antibody (IgG, IgM)
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge and aliquot 0.5 mL of serum into a plastic vial.
2. Ship refrigerated.
Method Name
Immunoassay
Reporting Name
Hantavirus Antibody (IgG, IgM)Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.50 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross Hemolysis | Reject |
| Lipemia | Reject |
| Icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Wednesday
Report Available
3 to 14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsCPT Code Information
86790 x 2