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Test Directory Babesia microti Antibodies (IgG, IgM), IFA

Babesia microti Antibodies (IgG, IgM), IFA

Test Summary

Babesia serological testing is used to diagnose infection by the Babesia tick-borne protozoan. Infection may cause hemolytic anemia.

Aliases

Specimen Collection

Special Instructions

N/A

Preferred Specimen

1 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.1 mL

Instructions

N/A

Patient Preparation

N/A

Storage

Plastic screw-cap vial

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated (cold packs)

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 72 hours
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: 30 days

Limitations

Individuals infected with malaria may falsely test positive.

Other Acceptable Specimens

N/A

Unacceptable Specimens

N/A

Order Code

BMICAB

EPIC (Premier) Code

LAB3784

Includes

N/A

CPT Code

86753 (x2)

Billing Code

670591

CPT Statement

Methodology

Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)

FDA Status

This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Physician Attestation of Informed Consent

N/A

Testing Laboratory

Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly VA, 20153

Department

Reference Testing

Reference Range

Babesia microti Antibodies IgG			<1:64
Babesia microti Antibodies IgM			<1:20

Setup Schedule / Expected Turnaround Time

Tuesday - Saturday morning; Report available: 1 day