WEST NILE AB IGG AND IGM SERUM

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: WNV
UPHSM LIS Test #: 021780
Schedule:
Testing Time: 1-4 Days
Testing Lab: Labcorp

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Frozen
Tube Type: Serum
Collection Info:
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Container: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Specimen Acceptability

Cause for Rejection:
Gross contamination; severe hemolysis; icteric serum; lipemic serum; quantity not sufficient for analysis

Methods

Enzyme immunoassay (EIA)

Clinical Utilities

This test is indicated for use as an aid to the diagnosis of West Nile virus encephalitis.

CPT Codes

86788; 86789

* 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.