Encephalopathy, Autoimmune Evaluation, Serum

Message
Performing Lab: Mayo


Test Code
5400


Alias/See Also
Sunquest: ENCES;


Includes


Preferred Specimen
4.0 mL Serum collected in a Red Top tube


Minimum Volume
2.0 ml


Other Acceptable Specimens
Gold Top


Instructions
See link in "Includes" section for additional information
Additional Information: Include relevant clinical information, name, phone number, mailing address, and e-mail address (if applicable) of ordering physician.
Forms: If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Neurology Test Request Form (T732) with the specimen (http://www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/media/customer-service/forms/neurology-request-form.pdf).


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Specimen Type Temperature Time
Serum Refrigerated (preferred) 28 days
  Frozen 28 days
  Ambient 72 hours




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.