TOXOM
Toxoplasma Antibody IgM, Serum
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3419
Synonyms:
TXM
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.8 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross lipemia: Reject
Heat- Inactivated specimen: Reject
CPT Codes:
86778 - Toxoplasma Gondii IgM (EAP 30021113)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
2-4 days
Method:
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)