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HelpTest ID EHRC Ehrlichia chaffeensis (HME) Antibody, IgG, Serum
Useful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of ehrlichiosis
Seroepidemiological surveys of the prevalence of the infection in certain populations
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen 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.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86666
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm
Special Instructions
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.