103F

Test CODE NAME

103F

Ehrlichia chaffeensis Antibodies, IgG & IgM by IFA

Methodology: Immunofluorescent antibody (IFA)
Performed: Mon-Sat
Reported: 2-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum Separator Tube (SST) OR Red Top Tube - 1 ml serum.
Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and freeze serum in a Standard Transfer Tube.
Storage/Transport Temperature: CRITICALLY FROZEN 
Stability: After separation from cells: Room Temperature: 1 week; Refrigerated: 1 week, Frozen: 1 month

 
NOTE: * This test is approved for all states. * 
Performing Laboratory 
Quest Diagnostics Nichols INST
CPT Code(s): 86666 X2