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HelpTest Code TTIGS Tetanus Toxoid IgG Antibody, Serum
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Vaccinated: Positive (≥0.01 IU/mL)
Unvaccinated: Negative (<0.01 IU/mL)
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86317
Secondary ID
36667Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.