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HelpTest Code LEPDT Leptospira, IgM, 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: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Additional Information: If acute and convalescent specimens are being obtained to determine seroconversion, they should be collected 2 or more weeks apart.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in red gel vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of leptospirosis
This test is not useful for establishing cure or response to therapy.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysReporting Name
Leptospira, IgM, SReference Values
Negative
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunoassay Dot (Immunodot)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86720