Bordetella pertussis toxin (PT) Antibodies (IgG, IgA), MAID

Test Code
37294


CPT Codes
86615 (x2)

Preferred Specimen
0.5 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.25 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


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


Methodology
Multi-Analyte Immunodetection (MAID)

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 FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule
Set up: Sun, Tues-Fri; Report available: 2-4 days


Reference Range
Bordetella pertussis toxin (PT) Ab (IgG)
≤10 Years <66 IU/mL
11-59 Years <43 IU/mL
≥60 Years <32 IU/mL

Bordetella pertussis toxin (PT) Ab (IgA)
<40 Years <5 IU/mL
≥40 Years <8 IU/mL


Clinical Significance
Antibody levels above the reference range are highly suggestive of recent infection or vaccination.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA
33608 Ortega Highway
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.