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HelpTest ID BLOD0336 Leptospira, IgM, Serum
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of leptospirosis
This test is not useful for establishing cure or response to therapy.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Additional Information: If acute and convalescent specimens are being obtained to determine seroconversion, they should be collected 2 or more weeks apart.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysMethod Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunoassay Dot (Immunodot)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86720
Secondary ID
65183Reporting Name
Leptospira, IgM, SReference Values
Negative
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Sanford Laboratories - Fargo Additional Information:
SANFORD INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 55 | Leptospira Antibody |