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HelpTest Code BLAST Blastomyces Antibody, Enzyme Immunoassay, Serum
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of blastomycosis
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBL | Blastomyces Ab, Immunodiffusion, S | Yes, (SBL) | No |
Testing Algorithm
If result is equivocal or positive, Blastomyces antibody by immunodiffusion will be performed at an additional charge.
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reporting Name
Blastomyces Ab, EIA, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Florida
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86612
86612 (if applicable)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BLAST | Blastomyces Ab, EIA, S | 7816-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BLAST | Blastomyces Ab, EIA, S | 7816-2 |