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HelpTest ID LEIS Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Antibody, Serum
Useful For
Aid 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
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL Serum
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
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
CPT Code Information
86717
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.