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HelpTest Code FHVGM Hantavirus Antibody (IgG, IgM)
Specimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top tube
Acceptable: Serum gel tube
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Method Name
Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay ELISA
Reporting Name
Hantavirus Antibody (IgG, IgM)Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.50 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross Hemolysis | Reject |
| Lipemia | Reject |
| Icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Saturday
Report Available
3 to 9 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
86790 x 2