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HelpTest Code EHRCGM Ehrlichia chaffeensis (HME) Antibody, IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | EHRC |
| Epic ID | LAB1872 |
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: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 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 |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm
Useful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of ehrlichiosis
Seroepidemiological surveys of the prevalence of the infection in certain populations
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
CPT Code Information
86666