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HelpTest Code MBLAST Blastomyces Antibody Immunodiffusion, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | SBL |
| Epic ID | LAB786 |
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
0.3 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 |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Immunodiffusion (ID)
Useful For
Detection of antibodies in serum specimens from patients with blastomycosis
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
2 to 5 daysReference Values
Negative
CPT Code Information
86612