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Synonym(s):
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Detection of IgM Antibodies to Chikungunya
Virus using ELISA.
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Requisition
Form
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G-2V
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Test
Description
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ELISA test kit provides semi-quantitative
in vitro assay for human antibodies of immunoglobulin class IgM against
Chikungunya virus in serum.
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Pre-Approval
Needed
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N/A
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Supplemental
Information Required
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N/A
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Supplemental
Form(s)
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N/A
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Performed on
Specimens from (sources)
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Human
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Sample/Specimen
Type for Testing
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Serum
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Minimum
Volume/Size Required
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1.0 mL
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Storage/Preservation
Prior to Shipping
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Serum separated from the clot may be
stored at 2°C to 8°C up to 48 hours, but then must be frozen at -20°C or
colder until used
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Transport
Medium
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N/A
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Specimen
Labeling
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- Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number)
- Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form
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Shipping and
Specimen Handling Requirements
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- Ship according to Dangerous Goods Regulations,
IATA, and/or CFR 49.
- Handled
as infectious agent using universal precautions.
- Triple
contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious
agents.
Additional forms & resources
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Method
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Capture EIA
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Turn-around
Time
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7 working days
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Interferences/Limitations
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Chikungunya virus assay exhibits cross
reactivity with other alphaviruses.
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| Common Causes for
Rejection
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- insufficient quantity
- unacceptable specimen type or source
- improper shipping conditions
- expired media or collection container
- discrepancies between specimen label and submission form
- incomplete or missing submission form
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Additional
Information
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Minimum volume for CDC confirmation
testing 0.5 mL
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