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Chlamydophila psittaci Antibodies (IgG, IgA, IgM)
Test Code37346
CPT Codes
86631 (x2), 86632
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
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 lipemic • Grossly icteric
Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
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. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Monday-Saturday Morning Report available: Next Day
Reference Range
C. psittaci IgG | <1:64 |
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 Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20153
Last Updated: April 19, 2022