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HelpTest ID BLOD0808 West Nile IgG and IgM
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Samples are best collected 10 days after onset of symptoms. Antibodies may not show up ealier than that and could result in a false negative result.
Positive results will be repeated the next scheduled testing day.
Test is affected by hemolysis and lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 2.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 1.0 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | 8 hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 48 hours | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | Greater than 48 hours |
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday
Methodology
EIA
CPT
86789, 86788
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls