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HelpTest ID LEPDT Leptospira, IgM, Serum
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of leptospirosis
This test is not useful for establishing cure or response to therapy.
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunoassay Dot (Immunodot)
Reporting Name
Leptospira, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Additional Information: If acute and convalescent specimens are being obtained to determine seroconversion, they should be collected 2 or more weeks apart.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/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
86720
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LEPDT | Leptospira, IgM, S | 23201-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 65183 | Leptospira, IgM, S | 23201-7 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.