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Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Ehrlichia chaffeensis Antibody Panel
Components
| Name | Method | Department | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anaplasma phagocytophilum and Ehrlichia chaffeensis Antibody Panel |
Immunofluorescent assay |
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Anaplasma phagocytophilum Antibodies (IgG, IgM), Ehrlichia chaffeensis Antibodies (IgG, IgM)
Specimen Requirements
Serum Spun
| Container Type | Container Size | Specimen Volume |
|---|---|---|
PreferredRed tube, (no anticoagulant), No Gel |
3 mL | 1 mL |
AlternateGold tube, (SST) with Gel |
3.5 mL | 1 mL |
AlternateRed Tube (no anticoagulant) with Gel |
3 mL | 1 mL |
Stability
Room temperature - 7 day(s)
Refrigerated - 14 day(s)
Frozen - 30 day(s)
Specimen Preparation
- Centrifuge within 2 hours, separate supernatant and store at room temperature
- Transport to laboratory as soon as possible
Reasons for Rejection
- Wrong collection tube
CPT Code
- 86666 (x2)