Test Code LAB0221217 Syphilis AB Screen, Treponemal IgG/IgM, Serum
Methodology
Chemiluminescent microparticle immunoassay (CMIA)
Note: Detects Treponema pallidum antigen (TpN15, Tpn17, TpN47)
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel or plain red top
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (serum)
Note: Serum preferred in case needs reflex testing
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/TubeGreen top (Na Heparin, Lithium Heparin), Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1.0 mL
Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated 2-8 0 C
Reference Values
Nonreactive
All samples with a "Reactive " screen will be reflexed for RPR Confirmation (test code 0210815)
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86780