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HelpTest Code TOXCG Toxocara Antibody, IgG, Serum
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of Toxocara infection
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
Toxocara Ab, IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Interpretation
Positive:
IgG antibodies to Toxocara species detected, suggesting current or past infection. False-positive results may occur in patients with other helminth infections (eg, Ascaris lumbricoides, Schistosoma species, Strongyloides).
Equivocal:
Recommend follow-up testing in 10 to 14 days if clinically indicated.
Negative:
No antibodies to Toxocara species detected.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Report Available
1 to 5 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86682
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TOXCG | Toxocara Ab, IgG, S | 40674-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TOXCG | Toxocara Ab, IgG, S | 40674-4 |