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HelpTest ID BLOD1721 Francisella tularensis Antibody, IgM and IgG, ELISA, Serum
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: 0.6 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Secondary ID
605950Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of tularemia caused by Francisella tularensis
This test should not be used as a test of cure as it is not quantitative. Patients may remain seropositive for months to years following resolution of disease.
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| TULM | F. tularensis Ab, IgM ELISA, S | No | Yes |
| TULG | F. tularensis Ab, IgG ELISA, S | No | Yes |
| TULI | F. tularensis Interpretation | No | Yes |
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
F. tularensis Ab, IgM/IgG ELISA, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86668 x 2
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.