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Toxocara Antibody, ELISA (Serum) [34304X]
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Test Code
TOXOCR
Alias/See Also
34034
CPT Codes
86682
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
ELISA
Setup Schedule
Set up: Sun, Thurs; Report available: 2-5 days
Reference Range
Negative
Clinical Significance
The ELISA procedure utilizes the excretory-secretory(es) antigen of T. canis larvae to minimize cross-reactivity with antigens of Ascaris spp. and of other parasites. Results must be interpreted with caution as broad variations in antibody response occur and levels may remain elevated for years after infection. Generally, antibody levels are highest in visceral larva migrans (VLM). A negative result usually rules out infection with Toxocara spp.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
33608 Ortega Highway |
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |
Last Updated: December 7, 2021