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HelpTest Code WNC West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 0.5 mL in sterile container
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Useful For
Aiding in diagnosis of central nervous system infection with West Nile virus
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgG and IgM,CSFReference Values
IgG: Negative
IgM: Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86789
86788
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | No | Yes |
| WNMC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF | No | Yes |
| WNVCI | West Nile CSF Interpretation | No | Yes |