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Additional Codes
Torrance Memorial Laboratories Test Code: 190214145
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile container
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Submit 1 mL of spinal fluid (CSF).
2. Send refrigerate.
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| FBHEN | Bartonella Henselae Ab Panel (CSF) | No | Yes |
| FBARQ | Bartonella Quintana Ab Panel (CSF) | No | Yes |
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Reporting Name
Bartonella Antibody Panel, IFA (CSF)Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 30 days | |
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Anything other body fluids | Reject |
Reference Values
Bartonella henselae IgG: <1:1
Bartonella henselae IgM: <1:1
Bartonella quintana IgG: <1:1
Bartonella quintana IgM: <1:1
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
3 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest DiagnosticsTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
86611 x 4
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FBART | Bartonella Antibody Panel, IFA (CSF) | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0694 | B. Quintana IgG | Not Provided |
| Z0693 | B. Henselae IgG | Not Provided |
| Z0474 | B. Henselae IgM | Not Provided |
| Z0475 | B. Quintana IgM | Not Provided |