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HelpTest Code TOXCM Toxocara Antibody, IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | TOXCG |
| Epic ID | LAB6657 |
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 | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
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Note:
Transport frozen.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Toxocara infection
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Friday
Report Available
1 to 5 daysReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
CPT Code Information
86682