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HelpTest Code LAB6298 Spotted Fever Group Antibody, IgG and IgM, Serum
Additional Codes
SFGP
Reporting Name
Spotted Fever Group Ab, IgG, IgM, SPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
IgG: <1:64
IgM: <1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86757 x 2
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Special Instructions
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of spotted fever group rickettsial infections
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Method Name
Immunofluorescence
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.