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HelpTest Code HIBSG Haemophilus influenzae Type B Antibody, IgG, 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: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Useful For
Assessing a patient's immunological (IgG) response to Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB) vaccine
Assessing immunity against HIB
Aiding in the evaluation of immunodeficiency when the patient is tested pre- and post-vaccination
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
Same day / 1 to 4 daysReporting Name
Haemophilus influenzae B Ab, IgG, SReference Values
≥0.15 mg/L
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86684