RMSF GM
Spotted Fever Group Antibodies, IgG and IgM
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2915
Synonyms:
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, IgG + IgM
SFGP
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.2 mL
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 14 days
Refrigerated (preferred)- 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross Lipemia: Reject
CPT Codes:
- 86757 - Rocky Mtn Spotted Fever IgM (EAP 30021018)
- 86757 - Rocky Mtn Spotted Fever IgG (EAP 30021017)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
1-4 days
Method:
Immunofluorescence