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HelpTest ID CHLG Chlamydia IgG, Immunofluorescence, Serum
Ordering Guidance
For suspected Chlamydia trachomatis infection, order either CTRNA / Chlamydia trachomatis, Nucleic Acid Amplification, Varies or CGRNA / Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Nucleic Acid Amplification, Varies.
Specimen Required
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reporting Name
Chlamydia IgG, IFA, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CHLG | Chlamydia IgG, IFA, S | 10848-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 619392 | C. pneumoniae IgG | In Process |
| 619393 | C. psittaci IgG | In Process |
Useful For
Assessing IgG antibody levels to aid in the clinical diagnosis of Chlamydia pneumoniae or Chlamydia psittaci infections
Day(s) Performed
Monday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86631 x 2
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.15 mL
Reference Values
Chlamydia pneumoniae
<1:64
Chlamydia psittaci
<1:64
Method Name
Micro-Immunofluorescent Antibody (MIF) Assay
Testing Algorithm
This test includes testing for Chlamydia pneumoniae IgG and Chlamydia psittaci IgG.