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HelpTest Code LEIS Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Antibody, Serum
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION:1 mL blood in a vacutainer Preferred: Red gel Acceptable: Red
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of active visceral leishmaniasis
This test should not be used as the sole criteria for diagnosis.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReporting Name
Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, SReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Immunochromatographic Strip Assay
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86717