Test Code BABG Babesia microti IgG Antibodies, Serum
Additional Codes
Mayo Test ID | COPIA Test Code | EPIC Test Codes | |
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BABG | Mayo Sendout | LAB0291377 | BABESIA MICROTI IGG ANTIBODIES, SERUM (MAYO) |
Reporting Name
Babesia microti IgG Ab, SUseful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of babesiosis
Follow-up of documented babesiosis
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen 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.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86753
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
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BABG | Babesia microti IgG Ab, S | 16117-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
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81128 | Babesia microti IgG Ab, S | 16117-4 |
Test Classification
This test was developed using an analyte specific reagent. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.