POLIOVIRUS IMMUNE STATUS

Test Code
138537


Alias/See Also
Poliovirus Types 1, 2, and 3 Immune Status Antibody


CPT Codes
86658(x3)

Preferred Specimen
"Serum
2 mL
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Transport Container
"Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
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Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Methodology
"Neutralization "

Limitations
"This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by LabCorp. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary.
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Clinical Significance
"This test determines titers of neutralizing antibody against poliovirus 1, 2, and 3, and is intended to be used in assessing immune status.
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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.