SARS CoV 2 Spike Antibody, IgG

General Information

Lab Name
SARS CoV 2 Spike Antibody, IgG
Lab Code
NCVIGQ
Epic Name
SARS-CoV-2 Spike Antibody, IgG
Description

The Abbott Architect SARS-CoV-2 IgG II assay, run under an emergency use authorization from the FDA, is quantitative test designed to detect IgG antibodies to the spike protein of SARS-CoV-2 in serum and plasma from individuals with an adaptive immune response to SARS-CoV-2, indicating recent or prior infection. Results are reported as AU/mL.

Reactive (Positive, ≥50.0 AU/mL) results may be due to immunization or past or present infection with SARS-CoV-2. Results from antibody testing should not be used as the sole basis to diagnose or exclude SARS-CoV-2 infection or to inform infection status.

Nonreactive (Negative, <50.0 AU/mL) results do not rule out SARS-CoV-2 infection, particularly in those who have recently been in contact with the virus. Follow-up testing with a molecular diagnostic should be considered to rule out infection in these individuals. Results from antibody testing should not be used as the sole basis to diagnose or exclude SARS-CoV-2 infection or to inform infection status.

For Batteries containing NCVIGQ refer to:

SARS-CoV-2 Antibodies (NCVIGG, NCVIGQ)[NCVIGB], The qualitative detection of anti-Nucleocapsid IgG (NCVIGG) and the quantitative detection of anti-Spike IgG (NCVIGQ) antibodies.

For all questions, contact Client Support Services (available 24/7):

Phone: (206) 520-4600 or (800) 713-5198
Fax: (206) 520-4903
Email: commserv@uw.edu

The test order requisition is available online

Synonyms
SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Antibody, SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Serology
Components

Interpretation

Method

Chemiluminesence

Reference Range
See individual components
Ref. Range Notes

Per manufacture’s package insert protective level is ≥50.0 AU/mL.

Ordering & Collection

Specimen Type
Collection

Preferred: 5 mL blood in GOLD SST tube.
Also Acceptable: Orange RST, pearl PPT, serum from red top, plasma from EDTA tube.

Handling Instructions
  • Spin within 24 hours and prior to shipment.
  • sample is stable for 7 days at 2-8°C once separated from a clot or red blood cells, or in a gel separator tube.
  • If testing will be delayed more than 7 days store at -20°C or colder.

Send Specimens to:

UW Medicine
Department of Laboratory Medicine
Virology- Central Testing Lab
1602 Raymond Ave SW
Renton, WA 98057-3356
Tel: (206) 685-6656 opt 4

Quantity
Requested: Entire sample
Minimum: 0.5 mL serum

Processing

Receiving Instructions

Centrifuge GOLD SST tube and route to Virology Central Lab (Renton).

Centrifuge RED TOP or EDTA tube and aliquot serum/plasma into plastic aliquot tube. Route to Virology Central Lab (Renton).

Stability: Sample stable off the clot, red blood cells, or separator gel for 7 days at 2-8°C. If testing will be delayed more than 7 days store at -20°C or colder.

Misc Sendout

Performance

Lab Department
Central Lab Virology(RVIR)
Frequency
Mondays and Thursdays, with results available on the same day.
Available STAT?
No
Performing Location(s)
Other UW Medicine Central Laboratory

1601 Lind Ave SW
Renton, WA 98057

Phone: 206-685-6656 option 8
Hours of Operation:
Mon–Fri: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM

Billing & Coding

CPT Codes
86413
LOINC
94504-8
Interfaced Order Code
UOW4197