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HelpTest Code LEIAB Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Antibody, Serum
Additional Codes
Epic Order Name: LEISHMANIASIS (VISCERAL) AB
Sunquest Order Code: LEIAB
Epic Px Code: LAB2693
Reporting Name
Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, SUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of active visceral leishmaniasis
This test should not be used as the sole criteria for diagnosis.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
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.CPT Code Information
86717
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LEIS | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 86219 | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Method Name
Immunochromatographic Strip Assay
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.