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HelpTest ID LBAB Babesia species, Molecular Detection, PCR, Blood
Useful For
An initial screening or confirmatory testing method for suspected babesiosis during the acute febrile stage of infection in patients from endemic areas, especially when Giemsa-stained peripheral blood smears do not reveal any organisms or the organism morphology is inconclusive.
Method Name
Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)/DNA Probe Hybridization
Reporting Name
Babesia species, PCR, BSpecimen Type
Whole Blood EDTAAdvisory Information
This is a qualitative assay and the results are reported either as negative or positive for targeted Babesia species DNA.
Specimen Required
Container/Tube: Lavender top (EDTA)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Whole Blood EDTA | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; Varies
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
87798 x 3
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LBAB | Babesia species, PCR, B | 88461-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 36114 | Babesia microti | 88452-8 |
| 36115 | Babesia duncani | 88451-0 |
| 36116 | Babesia divergens/MO-1 | 88450-2 |
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request Form (T244) with the specimen (http://www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/it-mmfiles/microbiology_test_request_form.pdf).