Hanta

Hanta IgG/IgM

Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure: MBC0198A
CPT: 86790

Synonym(s):	Detection of antibodies to Hantavirus by IgM Capture Enzyme Immunoassay and IgG Enzyme Immunoassay
Requisition Form	G-2A
Test Description	Capture IgM Enzyme Immunoassay for the detection of specific IgM antibodies, and non-competitive IgG Enzyme Immunoassay
Pre-Approval Needed	N/A
Supplemental Information Required	N/A
Supplemental Form(s)	N/A
Performed on Specimens from (sources)	Human
Sample/Specimen Type for Testing	Blood, serum or plasma
Minimum Volume/Size Required	250 µL
Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping	Specimens can be stored at 2°C to 8°C if tested within 48 hours, otherwise freeze at -15°C or colder until tested
Transport Medium	N/A
Specimen Labeling	Two patient-specific identifiers required (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, Medical record number Identifiers on specimen must exactly match submission form.
Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements	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
Method	Capture IgM EIA , non-competitive IgG EIA
Turn-around Time	5 working days
Interferences/Limitations	Results of this test should be interpreted in the light of other clinical findings and diagnostic procedures.
Common Causes for Rejection	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.
Additional Information	The absence of detectable IgM antibody does not rule out the possibility of recent or current infection.