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Rickettsia conorii Antibody Panel, IFA
Test Code15332
CPT Codes
86757 (x2)
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Indirect 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 FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Tues, Sat; Report available: 2-5 days
Reference Range
Rickettsia conorii Ab (IgG) | <1:64 titer |
Rickettsia conorii Ab (IgM) | <1:64 titer |
Clinical Significance
Rickettsia conorii infection, also known as Boutonneuse fever or Mediterranean spotted fever, is found in India, Africa, and the Mediterranean area. Due to the high degree of DNA homology (90%) between R. conorii and R. rickettsii, antibodies from most patients with R. conorii infection are also detected in assays for R. rickettsii antibodies. IgM reactivity in the absence of IgG reactivity may represent a false positive reaction. Recent infection should be confirmed by demonstrating either IgG seroconversion or a fourfold or greater increase in IgG titer when acute and convalescent sera are tested in parallel.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-San Juan Capistrano, CA |
33608 Ortega Highway |
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675-2042 |