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Chlamydophila psittaci Antibodies (IgG, IgA, IgM) : 37346
Test CodeCHLABQ or 37346
Alias/See Also
Chlamydophila; Chlamydophila Ab; C. psittaci Ab; Psittacosis
CPT Codes
86631x2, 86632
Transport Container
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
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
Setup Schedule
Monday - Saturday
Report Available
1-3 days (From receipt at performing laboratory)
Limitations
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.
Reference Range
C. psittaci IgG <1:64
C. psittaci IgA <1:16
C. psittaci IgM <1:10
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.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics
