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HelpTest Code BILHA Schistosoma species Antibody, IgG, Serum
Useful For
Detection of antibodies to Schistosoma species
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reporting Name
Schistosoma Ab, IgG, SSpecimen 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: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat inactivated | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Interpretation
Negative: No IgG antibodies to Schistosoma species detected.
Equivocal: Recommend follow-up testing in 10 to 14 days if clinically indicated.
Positive: IgG antibody to Schistosoma species detected. Differentiation between Schistosoma species is not possible by this assay. Serologic cross-reactivity may occur in individuals with other helminth infections, including Echinococcus or Taenia species.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86682
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BILHA | Schistosoma Ab, IgG, S | 33317-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BILHA | Schistosoma Ab, IgG, S | 33317-9 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.