Test ID BLOD0674 Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Types I and II Antibody Screen with Confirmation, Serum
Useful For
Qualitative detection of human T-cell lymphotropic virus types I and II (HTLV-I and HTLV-II)-specific antibodies with confirmation and differentiation between HTLV-I and HTLV-II infection
This test should not be used to screen blood, human cells, tissues, or solid-organ donors.
This test is not intended for use on cord blood specimens.
Specimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
This test is for serum specimens only. For spinal fluid specimens, order HTLVC / Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Types 1 and 2 (HTLV-1/-2) Antibody Screen with Confirmation, Spinal Fluid.
Necessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions (eg, centrifuge within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes).
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | Reject |
Heat-treated or precipitated specimens | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 28 days | |
Refrigerated | 7 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Report Available
1 to 4 daysMethod Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterCPT Code Information
86790
86689 (if appropriate)
Reporting Name
HTLV-I/-II Ab Screen, SReflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
HTLVL | HTLV-I/-II Ab Confirmation, S | Yes | No |
Testing Algorithm
If the human T-cell lymphotropic virus types I and II (HTLV-I/-II) antibody screen is reactive, then HTLV-I/-II antibody confirmation by line immunoassay will be performed at an additional charge.
Reference 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.Secondary ID
9539Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
SANFORD INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
Result Code | Result Code Description |
---|---|
17803 | HTLV-I/-II AB Screen |