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Synonym(s):
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Detection of IgM Antibodies to Zika Virus
by Immunochromatographic Assay (ICA), Chembio Dual Path Platform (DPP) Assay System. Rapid point-of-care diagnostic test. |
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Requisition
Form
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G-2V
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Test
Description
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Qualitative Immunochromatographic Assay (ICA) for the presumptive detection of IgM antibodies to Zika
virus using Chembio DPP Assay system..
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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 shipped.
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Transport
Medium
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N/A
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Specimen
Labeling
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At least 2 patient specific identifiers: First
and last name as one identifier and a DOB or a unique patient specific
identifier (e.g. Medical Record number); must match information on submission form (G-2A).
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Shipping and
Specimen Handling Requirements
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- Ship according to Dangerous Goods Regulations,
IATA, and/or CFR 49.
- Handle
as infectious agent using universal precautions.
- Triple
contain in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious
agents.
Additional forms & resources
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Method
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ICA, lateral flow test, rapid test
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Turn-around
Time
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7 working days
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Interferences/Limitations
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Most common cause of false positive
results is cross-reactivity with IgM specific for other flaviviruses.
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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, and/or 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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