Test Code TTIGS Tetanus Toxoid IgG Antibody, 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.
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in red gel vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
Frozen | 30 days |
Useful For
Assessing antibody response to the tetanus toxoid vaccine, which should be performed at least 3 weeks after immunization
Aiding in the evaluation of immunodeficiency
This test should not be used to diagnose tetanus infection.
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReporting Name
Tetanus Toxoid IgG Ab, SReference Values
Vaccinated: Positive (≥0.01 IU/mL)
Unvaccinated: Negative (<0.01 IU/mL)
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
86317