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HelpTest Code LAB1197A Syphilis Antibody, Total w/reflex to RPR (MIA)
Intended Use
Used to aid in the diagnosis of syphilis
Methodology
Chemiluminescent Immunoassay
Performing Laboratory
RCH - Mayo Lab
Specimen Requirements
Preferred: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain, red-top or gold, serum gel tube
Accepted:
Container/Tube:
Specimen Volume: 1ml (minimum volume 0.4 mL)
Collection Instructions: Forward promptly.
Note: If the syphilis antibody is reactive then an RPR by Multiplex immunoassay will be performed and titered if indicated.
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
Frozen: -20C > 7 days
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86780
86592 RPR (if appropriate), 86593 (titer)