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HelpTest Code HTLVIM Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Types I and II Antibody Screen with Confirmation, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | HTVLI |
| Epic ID | LAB2548 |
Specimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
This test is for serum specimens only. For spinal fluid specimens, order HTLVC / Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Types 1 and 2 (HTLV-1/-2) Antibody Screen with Confirmation, Spinal Fluid.
Necessary Information
Date of collection is required.
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: 1 mL Serum
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions (eg, centrifuge within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes).
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Transport frozen.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Precipitated specimens | Reject |
| Heat-treated specimens | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Testing Algorithm
If the human T-cell lymphotropic virus types I and II (HTLV-I/-II) antibody screen is reactive, then HTLV-I/-II antibody confirmation by line immunoassay will be performed at an additional charge.
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTLVL | HTLV-I/-II Ab Confirmation, S | Yes | No |
Useful For
Qualitative detection of human T-cell lymphotropic virus types I and II (HTLV-I and HTLV-II)-specific antibodies with confirmation and differentiation between HTLV-I and HTLV-II infection
This test is not intended for use on blood, human cells, tissues, or cord blood specimens.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysReference Values
Negative
CPT Code Information
86790
86689 (if appropriate)