STRONGYLOIDES ANTIBODY IGG

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: STRON
UPHSM LIS Test #: 023844
Schedule:
Testing Time: 1-4 Days
Testing Lab: Mayo

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 0.5 mL
Temperature: Refrigerate
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top

Specimen Acceptability

REJECT DUE TO:
Gross hemolysis: Reject
Gross lipemia: Reject
Gross icterus: Reject
Heat inactivated specimen: Reject

Methods

Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Clinical Utilities

Screening for the presence of IgG-class antibodies to Strongyloides
This test is not useful for monitoring patient response to therapy as IgG-class antibodies to Strongyloides may remain detectable following resolution of infection.

CPT Codes

86682

* 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.