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HelpTest Code TOXCG Toxocara Antibody, IgG, Serum
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CNE Order Code: Toxocara Ab, ELISA
Specimen 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.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Toxocara infection
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
Toxocara Ab, IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Interpretation
Positive:
IgG antibodies to Toxocara species detected, suggesting current or past infection. False-positive results may occur in patients with other helminth infections (eg, Ascaris lumbricoides, Schistosoma species, Strongyloides).
Equivocal:
Recommend follow-up testing in 10 to 14 days if clinically indicated.
Negative:
No antibodies to Toxocara species detected.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TOXCG | Toxocara Ab, IgG, S | 40674-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TOXCG | Toxocara Ab, IgG, S | 40674-4 |