TET AB
Tetanus Antibody, IgG
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3525
Synonyms:
TTIGS
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.4 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 30 days
Refrigerated - 30 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross Lipemia: Reject
Gross Icterus: Reject
CPT Codes:
86317 - Tetanus Antitoxoid IgG (EAP 30021257)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
1-5 days
Method:
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)