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HelpTest Code TRCNG Trichinella Antibody, IgG, Serum
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CNe Order Code: Trichinella
Test Down Notes
Effective October 17, 2025: This test is obsolete due to unavailability of testing reagent. Order ZW131, 34321 as an alternative. See test notification here.
Specimen Required
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 plastic vial.
Useful For
As an adjunct in the diagnosis of trichinosis
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
Trichinella Ab, IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 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:
Results are suggestive of current or past infection with Trichinella spiralis. Results should be used in conjunction with clinical, epidemiologic and other laboratory tests to diagnose current infection.
Borderline:
Recommend follow-up testing in 10 to 14 days if clinically indicated
Negative:
No antibodies to Trichinella spiralis detected. Repeat testing in 2 to 3 weeks if clinically indicated.
Day(s) Performed
Friday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86784
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TRCNG | Trichinella Ab, IgG, S | 6563-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TRCNG | Trichinella Ab, IgG, S | 19253-4 |