West Nile Virus IgG and IgM CSF

General Information

HLAB/HOL Code: WNVCS
UPHSM LIS Test #: 026647
Schedule:
Testing Time:
Testing Lab: Mayo

Specimen Info
Only 1 specimen type required, unless otherwise specified

Volume: 1.0 mL
Temperature: Refrigerated
Tube Type: Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)
Collection Info:
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial

Specimen Acceptability

REJECT DUE TO:
Gross hemolysis: Reject

Methods

Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Clinical Utilities

Aiding in diagnosis of central nervous system infection with West Nile virus

CPT Codes

IgG: 86789gmpo
IgM: 86788

* 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.