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HelpTest Code BLABM Blastomyces Antibody, Enzyme Immunoassay, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | BLAST |
| Epic ID | LAB4424 |
Special Instructions
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: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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Note:
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat inactivated specimen | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Testing Algorithm
If result is equivocal or positive, Blastomyces antibody by immunodiffusion will be performed at an additional charge.
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBL | Blastomyces Ab, Immunodiffusion, S | Yes, (SBL) | No |
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of blastomycosis
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
CPT Code Information
86612
86612 (if appropriate)