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Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM) Virus Antibody, IFA (CSF)
Test Code30332X
CPT Codes
86727 (x2)
Includes
LCM IgG and IgM Antibodies
Preferred Specimen
1 mL CSF in a sterile screw-cap container
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Gross hemolysis • Grossly icteric
Methodology
Indirect Fluorescence Assay
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. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon, Wed-Sat; Report available: 1-3 days