Brucella Abortus IGM, EIA

Test ID: 

706021

CPT code:

86622

Clinical Use:

Detection of antibodies to Brucella sp. Usually indicates recent or past exposure to the organism.

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

0.4 mL

Minimum Volume: 

0.2 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Collection:

Specimen should be free of bacterial contamination, hemolysis, and lipemia.

Storage Instructions:

Maintain specimen at room temperature

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis; lipemia; gross bacterial contamination