Anaplasma phagocytophilum Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers
Test Code
16189
86666 (x2)
Clinical Significance
Anaplasma phagocytophilum Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers - This test is for the detection of IgG and IgM antibodies against Anaplasma phagocytophilum to aid in the diagnosis of Anaplasmosis (human granulocytic anaplasmosis). Anaplasmosis is a tickborne disease caused by transmission of the bacteria via the bite of an infected tick. It is most common in the Northeastern and upper Midwestern United States during warmer months.
Testing for Anaplasmosis is based on a clinical evaluation and risk of tick exposure with consideration to the geographic region. Symptoms may be nonspecific, including headache, fever/chills, malaise, myalgia, gastrointestinal ...
Test Details
If A. phagocytophilum (IgG) is Detected, then A. phagocytophilum (IgG) Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).
If A. phagocytophilum (IgM) is Detected, then A. phagocytophilum (IgM) Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).
If A. phagocytophilum (IgM) is Detected, then A. phagocytophilum (IgM) Titer will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).
Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Reference Range(s)
| A. phagocytophilum Ab (IgG), Screen | Not Detected |
| A. phagocytophilum Ab (IgM), Screen | Not Detected |
| A. phagocytophilum Ab (IgG), Titer | <1:64 titer |
| A. phagocytophilum Ab (IgM), Titer | <1:20 titer |
Alternative Name(s)
HE,Anaplasma Ab IgG,IgM,Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis Ab
Preferred Specimen(s)
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Transport Container
Transport tube
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
- Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Setup Schedule
1 mL serum
0.2 mL
Transport tube
Room temperature
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days