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HelpTest ID LEPDT Leptospira, IgM, Serum
Secondary ID
65183Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of leptospirosis
This test is not useful for establishing cure or response to therapy.
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: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Additional Information: If acute and convalescent specimens are being obtained to determine seroconversion, they should be collected 2 or more weeks apart.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86720
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.