Yersinia enterocolitica Antibodies (IgG, IgA)

Yersinia enterocolitica Antibodies (IgG, IgA)

Test Code

16768

CPT Code(s)

86793 (x2)

Test Code

16768

CPT Code(s)

86793 (x2)

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Clinical Significance

Yersinia enterocolitica Antibodies (IgG, IgA) - Y. enterocolitica is associated with a wide spectrum of clinical manifestations, including enteritis, colitis, and reactive arthritis. Specific IgG and IgA antibodies are typically present following acute infection.

Test Resources

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Test Details

Methodology

Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Assay Category

This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Reference Range(s)

Y. enterocolitica Ab (IgG)	<0.90
Y. enterocolitica Ab (IgA)	<0.90

Interpretive Criteria

<0.90	Antibody not detected
0.90-1.10	Equivocal
>1.10	Antibody detected

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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Methodology

Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Assay Category

Reference Range(s)

Y. enterocolitica Ab (IgG)	<0.90
Y. enterocolitica Ab (IgA)	<0.90

Interpretive Criteria

<0.90	Antibody not detected
0.90-1.10	Equivocal
>1.10	Antibody detected

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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Preferred Specimen(s)

0.5 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

Reject Criteria

Hemolysis • Lipemia • Icteric • Whole blood

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Preferred Specimen(s)

0.5 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

Reject Criteria

Hemolysis • Lipemia • Icteric • Whole blood

Setup Schedule

Service Area must be determined

Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to confirm Test Code for the lab that services your account.

In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.

Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

The CPT codes provided are based on AMA guidance and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payer being billed.

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