HTLV I/II AB
HTLV I, II Antibodies, Qualitative
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3529
Synonyms:
Human T-lymphotropic Virus
HTLVI
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top tube, serum gel tube, or lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.6 mL
Specimen Processing:
1. centrifuge within 2 hours of collection
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Frozen
Stability:
Refrigerated - 7 days
Frozen - 28 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross Lipemia: Reject
Gross Icterus: Reject
Heat- treated or precipitated specimens: Reject
CPT Codes:
86790 - HTLV-I/II Antibodies Qual (EAP 30021262)
Test Schedule:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
Turnaround Time:
2-5 Days
Method:
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges