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HelpTest ID NBLD0133 West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid
Useful For
Aiding in diagnosis of central nervous system infection with West Nile virus
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial 2, 3, or 4
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysMethod Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86789
86788
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | No | Yes |
| WNMC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF | No | Yes |
| WNVCI | West Nile CSF Interpretation | No | Yes |
Reporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgG and IgM,CSFReference Values
IgG: Negative
IgM: Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Secondary ID
36772Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Special Instructions
Sanford Laboratories - Fargo Additional Information:
SANFORD INTERFACE BUILD INFORMATION
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 13105 | West Nile AB, IgG, CSF |
| 13106 | West Nile AB, IgM, CSF |
| 19615 | West Nile Interpretation |