Chikungunya Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers

Chikungunya Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers

Test Code

70188
86790 (x2)
70188
86790 (x2)
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Clinical Significance

Chikungunya Antibodies (IgG, IgM) with Reflex to Titers - Chikungunya virus is a mosquito-transmitted alphavirus. Symptoms include fever, severe arthralgia, rash, and headache. Detection of Chikungunya virus antibodies is a reliable indicator of Chikungunya virus infection. IgM detection suggests infection within the previous 3 months. IgG detection suggests infection at any time in the recent or distant past.

Test Resources

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Test Details

Includes

  • If Chikungunya IgG Screen is Positive, then Chikungunya IgG Titration will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).
    If Chikungunya IgM Screen is Positive, then Chikungunya IgM Titration will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

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)

Chikungunya IgG Screen Negative
Chikungunya IgM Screen Negative

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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If Chikungunya IgG Screen is Positive, then Chikungunya IgG Titration will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).
If Chikungunya IgM Screen is Positive, then Chikungunya IgM Titration will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86317).

Methodology

Immunoassay (IA)

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)

Chikungunya IgG Screen Negative
Chikungunya IgM Screen Negative
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Preferred Specimen(s)

0.5 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.1 mL

Transport Container

Transport tube

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: 7 days
  • Refrigerated: 14 days
  • Frozen: 30 days

Setup Schedule

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0.5 mL serum
0.1 mL
Transport tube
Room temperature
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
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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