Trichinella IgG Antibody (Sendout)
General Information
- Lab Name
- Trichinella IgG Antibody (Sendout)
- Lab Code
- RTRICH
- Epic Name
- Trichinella IgG Antibody (Sendout)
- External Test Id
- TRCNG
- Description
Useful For: As an adjunct in the diagnosis of trichinosis.
- References
- Mayo Clinic Laboratories Trichinella Antibody Clinical & Interpretive Information
- Synonyms
- STRIC, Trichinella Antibody, Trichinellosis, Trichinosis
- Components
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Code Name RTRIC Trichinella IgG Antibody
Interpretation
- Guidelines
- Method
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
- Reference Range
- See individual components
- Ref. Range Notes
Interpretation:
A positive enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay result suggests current infection with Trichinella spiralis. Serology should be used in conjunction with clinical, epidemiologic, and other laboratory tests to establish the correct diagnosis.
The number of individuals showing positive results may vary significantly between populations and geographic regions.
- Interferences and Limitations
Cautions: Antibodies to Trichinella spiralis may not be detectable until 3 weeks after the onset of infection. Therefore, negative results in suspicious cases should be followed by repeat testing in several weeks.
- References
- Mayo Clinic Laboratories Trichinella Antibody Clinical & Interpretive Information
Ordering & Collection
- Specimen Type
- Blood
- Collection
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3 mL blood in GOLD SST or RED TOP tube
- Handling Instructions
Outside Laboratories: Centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a separate plastic vial. Freeze serum at -20°C while awaiting shipment. Transport samples on dry ice.
Stability: Frozen (required): 30 days; Refrigerated: 5 days; Ambient: Unacceptable.
Reject Due To: Gross hemolysis, gross lipemia, heat-inactivated specimens.
- Quantity
-
Requested: 0.5 mL serum
Minimum: 0.2 mL serum
Processing
- Receiving Instructions
Centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a separate plastic vial. Freeze serum at -20°C.
Sendouts:- Order Mayo Test ID: TRCNG.
- Interfaced: Yes.
Stability: Frozen (preferred): 30 days; Refrigerated: 5 days; Ambient: Unacceptable.
Reject Due To: Gross hemolysis, gross lipemia, heat-inactivated specimens.
- Misc Sendout
Performance
- Lab Department
- Sendouts Mayo Lab (FZ)(MAFZ)
- Frequency
- Performed: Tuesday, Thursday. Report Available: 1-5 days.
- Available STAT?
- No
- Performing Location(s)
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Sendout Mayo Clinic Laboratories (Superior Drive)
800-533-17103050 Superior Drive NW
Rochester, MN 55901
Billing & Coding
- CPT Codes
- 86784
- LOINC
- 19253-4