Test Code QFEV / 016774-LC Q FEVER ANTIBODIES, IgG, SERUM
Additional Codes
Software | Test Code |
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Label Text | QFEV |
EPIC | LAB1209 |
LabCorp | 016774 |
Performing Laboratory
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp)
Useful For
Aiding in the differential diagnosis for Q fever
Method Name
Indirect Immunofluorescence Antibody (IFA)
Reference Values
Negative: <1:16
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday
Report Available
1-3 Days
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 0.4 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.2 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin down, separate from clot and send at ambient temperature.
Add On Capable
Contact Reference Lab – If add-on can never be done, report the test to the Administrative Analyst
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
No ABN Required
CPT Code Information
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
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86638 | Coxiella burnetii (Q Fever), Antibodies |
Keywords
COXIELLA BURNETII
COXIELLA TITER
FEBRILE AGGLUTININS
OX-19 (PROTEUS OX-19-WEIL-FELIX)
OX-2 (PROTEUS OX-2-WEIL-FELIX)
OX-K (PROTEUS OX-K-WEIL-FELIX)
PROTEUS (WEIL-FELIX)
RICKETTSIAL ANTIBODY
TYPHUS
WEIL-FELIX
Performing Laboratory Location
Laboratory Corporation of America (LabCorp)
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Red Top Tube
Rejection Information
Hemolyzed, lipemic, or has gross bacterial contamination