CHLAM IGG
Chlamydia Antibodies, IgG
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3414
Synonyms:
Chlamydia Serology
Psittacosis
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.3 mL
Specimen Processing:
If collected in a plain red top tube, transfer the serum to a plastic transport tube.
Store and Transport:
Room temperature
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples that are hemolyzed, lipemic or have gross bacterial contamination will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
86631 - Chlamydia IgG (EAP 30021107)
Method:
Enzyme immunoassay (EIA)
Test Includes:
Assay detects group specific IgG antibodies to C. trachomatis, C. pneumoniae, and C. psittaci.