Chikungunya Ab (IgG, IgM) with Reflex

Test Code

CHIKAB

Alias/See Also

Chikungunya Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers

Quest Code
70188

CPT Codes
86790 (x2)

Includes

If Chikungunya IgG Screen is Positive, Chikungunya IgG Titration will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86790). If Chikungunya IgM Screen is Positive, Chikungunya IgM Titration will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86790).

Preferred Specimen

0.5 mL serum collected in a serum separator tube (SST)

Minimum Volume

0.1 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

0.5 mL serum collected in a no additive (red-top) tube, transferred to a plastic screw-cap vial

Instructions

Reflex Manual Paragon Charges:
70158008 VIRUS, NOS IGG
70158009 VIRUS, NOS IGM

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology
Immunoassay
This test was developed and its performance characteristics have been determined by Focus 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. Performance characteristics refer to the analytical performance of the test.

Setup Schedule

Sunday-Thursday a.m.

Report Available

Same day

Clinical Significance

Chikungunya virus is a mosquito-borne alphavirus associated with febrile illness in Africa, the Indian Ocean islands, India, Southeast Asia, and the Caribbean. Symptoms include severe arthralgia, rash, and headache. U.S. cases have been associated with international travel to countries with endemic Chikungunya virus. Detection of Chikungunya virus antibodies is a reliable indicator of Chikungunya virus infection. IgM detection suggests infection within the previous 3 months.

Performing Laboratory
Focus Diagnostics Inc.
San Juan Capistrano, CA

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.