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HelpTest ID SBL Blastomyces Antibody Immunodiffusion, Serum
Method Name
Immunodiffusion (ID)
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reporting Name
Blastomyces Ab, Immunodiffusion, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Report Available
2 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| SBL | Blastomyces Ab, Immunodiffusion, S | 5058-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 15125 | Blastomyces Immunodiffusion | 5058-3 |
Useful For
Detection of antibodies in serum specimens from patients with blastomycosis
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
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
86612
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Reference Values
Negative