Chlamydophila psittaci Antibodies (IgG, IgA, IgM)

Test Code

37346

CPT Codes
86631 (x2), 86632

Preferred Specimen

1 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.1 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Gross hemolysis • Grossly lipemic • Grossly icteric

Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Monday-Saturday Morning Report available: Next Day

Reference Range

C. psittaci IgG	<1:64
C. psittaci IgA	<1:16
C. psittaci IgM	<1:10

Clinical Significance

Psittacosis, also known as parrot's disease, is transmitted to humans from parrots and other birds. Psittacosis is associated with mild illness to severe pneumonia.

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