Babesia microti Antibody Panel
General Information
HLAB/HOL Code: BMAB
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026754
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-4 days
Testing Lab: LabCorp
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026754
Schedule:
Testing Time: 2-4 days
Testing Lab: LabCorp
Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified
Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Specimen Acceptability
Cause for Rejection:
Extensive hemolysis; lipemia; clotted specimen; quantity not sufficient for analysis; leaking or broken tube
Extensive hemolysis; lipemia; clotted specimen; quantity not sufficient for analysis; leaking or broken tube
Methods
Immunofluorescence assay (IFA)
Clinical Utilities
Screening assay for Babesia microti infection or exposure
CPT Codes
86753(x2)
* The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding
is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.
