TREPONEMA PALLIDUM AB BY TPPA

Collect

Serum separator tube or plasma separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.1 mL)

Unacceptable Conditions

CSF or other body fluids.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)

Notes

TP-PA is a helpful diagnostic aid for the patient with a reactive reagin test, but presents with atypical signs of primary, secondary, or late syphilis. TP-PA compares favorably with the FTA test, but appears slightly less sensitive in cases of untreated early primary syphilis. In late syphilis, the agreement with FTA is 99%.

VDRL is the preferred test for cerebrospinal fluid. Treponemal tests (TP-PA or FTA) are not recommended for CSF.  FTAs on CSF may be tested, but TP-PA cannot be tested on CSF.

Performed

Mon-Fri

Methodology

Semi-Quantitative Particle Agglutination

Reported

1-4 days

Synonyms

  • TP-PA
  • T. pallidum Antibody by MHA (MHA-TP)
  • MHA-TP
  • Syphilis Antibody by MHA

Ordering Recommendations

CDC recommended confirmatory test for syphilis. Order if initial screening (eg, RPR, VDRL) is reactive.

Reference Interval

Nonreactive

CPT Codes

86780
Collection

Collect

Serum separator tube or plasma separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.1 mL)

Unacceptable Conditions

CSF or other body fluids.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)

Notes

TP-PA is a helpful diagnostic aid for the patient with a reactive reagin test, but presents with atypical signs of primary, secondary, or late syphilis. TP-PA compares favorably with the FTA test, but appears slightly less sensitive in cases of untreated early primary syphilis. In late syphilis, the agreement with FTA is 99%.

VDRL is the preferred test for cerebrospinal fluid. Treponemal tests (TP-PA or FTA) are not recommended for CSF.  FTAs on CSF may be tested, but TP-PA cannot be tested on CSF.
Ordering

Performed

Mon-Fri

Methodology

Semi-Quantitative Particle Agglutination

Reported

1-4 days

Synonyms

  • TP-PA
  • T. pallidum Antibody by MHA (MHA-TP)
  • MHA-TP
  • Syphilis Antibody by MHA

Ordering Recommendations

CDC recommended confirmatory test for syphilis. Order if initial screening (eg, RPR, VDRL) is reactive.
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

Nonreactive
Administrative

CPT Codes

86780

TRICHINELLA ANTIBODIES

LAB1268

Collect

Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 0.5 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.05 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)

Performed

Mon

Methodology

Qualitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay

Reported

1-8 days

Synonyms

  • LAB1268

Ordering Recommendations

Aid in the diagnosis of trichinosis.

Reference Interval

None detected

CPT Codes

86784
Collection

LAB1268

Collect

Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 0.5 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.05 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
Ordering

Performed

Mon

Methodology

Qualitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay

Reported

1-8 days

Synonyms

  • LAB1268

Ordering Recommendations

Aid in the diagnosis of trichinosis.
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

None detected
Administrative

CPT Codes

86784

Trichomonas Culture

LAB3446

 

Collect

For Females:

Vaginal specimen using eSwab in transport media (LQ AMIES).

Or

Amniotic fluid in a sterile container.

For Males:

15 mL of fresh (unpreserved) urine, or prostate fluid in a sterile container.

Or

At least one drop of seminal fluid in a sterile container.

Unacceptable Conditions

Refrigerated or frozen sample; sample collected on a Dacron-tipped swab; seminal fluids received more than one hour after time of collection; sample not properly identified; insufficient sample volume.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Transport eSwab to the lab within 24 hours at ambient temperature.  Transport urine, amniotic/prostate/seminal fluids within 60 minutes at ambient temperature.

Offsite: Transport eSwab to the lab within 24 hours at ambient temperature.  Transport urine, amniotic/prostate/seminal fluids within 60 minutes at ambient temperature.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

eSwab: Ambient, 24 hours; Refrigerated, unacceptable; Frozen, unacceptable.

Fluids: Ambient, 60 minutes; Refrigerated, unacceptable; Frozen, unacceptable.

Remarks

  • KOH Wet Prep is INADEQUATE for detection of Trichomonas. Up to 80% of infections go undetected.
  • Urine specimens from females are inferior to vaginal swabs for detection of Trichomonas.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology

Performed

Daily

Methodology

Microscopy and culture

Reported

Cultures are held for three days.

Synonyms

  • LAB3446

Reference Interval

No Trichomonas vaginalis seen.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology

CPT Codes

87081

Collection

LAB3446

 

Collect

For Females:

Vaginal specimen using eSwab in transport media (LQ AMIES).

Or

Amniotic fluid in a sterile container.

For Males:

15 mL of fresh (unpreserved) urine, or prostate fluid in a sterile container.

Or

At least one drop of seminal fluid in a sterile container.

Unacceptable Conditions

Refrigerated or frozen sample; sample collected on a Dacron-tipped swab; seminal fluids received more than one hour after time of collection; sample not properly identified; insufficient sample volume.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Transport eSwab to the lab within 24 hours at ambient temperature.  Transport urine, amniotic/prostate/seminal fluids within 60 minutes at ambient temperature.

Offsite: Transport eSwab to the lab within 24 hours at ambient temperature.  Transport urine, amniotic/prostate/seminal fluids within 60 minutes at ambient temperature.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

eSwab: Ambient, 24 hours; Refrigerated, unacceptable; Frozen, unacceptable.

Fluids: Ambient, 60 minutes; Refrigerated, unacceptable; Frozen, unacceptable.

Remarks

  • KOH Wet Prep is INADEQUATE for detection of Trichomonas. Up to 80% of infections go undetected.
  • Urine specimens from females are inferior to vaginal swabs for detection of Trichomonas.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology

Ordering

Performed

Daily

Methodology

Microscopy and culture

Reported

Cultures are held for three days.

Synonyms

  • LAB3446
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

No Trichomonas vaginalis seen.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology

Administrative

CPT Codes

87081

TRIGLYCERIDES

LAB134

TRIG

Collect

One 4.5 mL, green top with gel (PST), (lithium heparin plasma)

Pediatric Collection

At least 0.5 mL blood in microtainer, green top with gel, plasma (lithium heparin)

Unacceptable Conditions

Citrate or oxalate anticoagulants; specimen not properly identified; insufficient sample volume.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Deliver to lab immediately.
Offsite: Centrifuge within 30 minutes of collection, then transport to lab at 2-8 degrees C.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Before centrifugation: 1 hour

After centrifugation: Ambient, 8 hours; Refrigerated, 7 days

Plasma aliquot: Ambient, 8 hours; Refrigerated, 7 days; Frozen (-20 deg C), 6 months

Remarks

A 9 to 12 hour fasting sample is preferred.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Performed

Upon receipt

Methodology

Enzymatic-glycerol blanked

Reported

Same day

Synonyms

  • LAB134

Reference Interval

Effective 05/20/2014:

48 - 149 mg/dL

 

Before 05/20/2014:

0-150 mg/dL

Interpretive Data

Effective 05/20/2014:

The NCEP Adult Treatment Panel III suggests that a fasting triglyceride level of <150 mg/dL is Normal and 150-199 is Borderline-high.

 

Before 05/20/2014:

Following a 10 hour fast: less than150 is normal; 150-199 borderline-high;
200-499 high; greater than or equal to 500 very high.

Samples which are icteric will cause a false decrease of triglyceride values.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

CPT Codes

84478

Collection

LAB134

TRIG

Collect

One 4.5 mL, green top with gel (PST), (lithium heparin plasma)

Pediatric Collection

At least 0.5 mL blood in microtainer, green top with gel, plasma (lithium heparin)

Unacceptable Conditions

Citrate or oxalate anticoagulants; specimen not properly identified; insufficient sample volume.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Deliver to lab immediately.
Offsite: Centrifuge within 30 minutes of collection, then transport to lab at 2-8 degrees C.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Before centrifugation: 1 hour

After centrifugation: Ambient, 8 hours; Refrigerated, 7 days

Plasma aliquot: Ambient, 8 hours; Refrigerated, 7 days; Frozen (-20 deg C), 6 months

Remarks

A 9 to 12 hour fasting sample is preferred.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Ordering

Performed

Upon receipt

Methodology

Enzymatic-glycerol blanked

Reported

Same day

Synonyms

  • LAB134
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

Effective 05/20/2014:

48 - 149 mg/dL

 

Before 05/20/2014:

0-150 mg/dL

Interpretive Data

Effective 05/20/2014:

The NCEP Adult Treatment Panel III suggests that a fasting triglyceride level of <150 mg/dL is Normal and 150-199 is Borderline-high.

 

Before 05/20/2014:

Following a 10 hour fast: less than150 is normal; 150-199 borderline-high;
200-499 high; greater than or equal to 500 very high.

Samples which are icteric will cause a false decrease of triglyceride values.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Administrative

CPT Codes

84478

TRIGLYCERIDES BODY FLUID

LAB200

TRIG BF

Collect

1 mL fluid in sterile container

Pediatric Collection

0.2 mL minimum volume.

Unacceptable Conditions

Specimen not properly identified; incorrect container; insufficient sample volume.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Deliver to lab immediately.
Offsite: Transport at ambient temperature.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen (-20 degrees C): 6 months.

Remarks

Identify fluid source on requisition.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Performed

Daily

Methodology

Enzymatic-glycerol blanked

Reported

Same day

Synonyms

  • LAB200

Interpretive Data

The reference range for triglycerides in body fluids is undefined.  The result must be integrated into the clinical context and/or compared to a synchronous serum or plasma measurement. 
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by University of Colorado Hospital.  It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.  The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

CPT Codes

84478

Collection

LAB200

TRIG BF

Collect

1 mL fluid in sterile container

Pediatric Collection

0.2 mL minimum volume.

Unacceptable Conditions

Specimen not properly identified; incorrect container; insufficient sample volume.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Deliver to lab immediately.
Offsite: Transport at ambient temperature.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Ambient: 3 days; Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen (-20 degrees C): 6 months.

Remarks

Identify fluid source on requisition.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Ordering

Performed

Daily

Methodology

Enzymatic-glycerol blanked

Reported

Same day

Synonyms

  • LAB200
Result Interpretation

Interpretive Data

The reference range for triglycerides in body fluids is undefined.  The result must be integrated into the clinical context and/or compared to a synchronous serum or plasma measurement. 
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by University of Colorado Hospital.  It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.  The laboratory is regulated under CLIA as qualified to perform high-complexity testing. This test is used for clinical purposes. It should not be regarded as investigational or for research.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Administrative

CPT Codes

84478

TRIIODOTHYRONINE, REVERSE

LAB138

Collect

Plain red or serum separator tube. Also acceptable: Lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA).

Specimen Preparation

Allow serum specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within two hours of collection. Transfer 2 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 1 mL)

Unacceptable Conditions

Grossly hemolyzed specimens

Storage/Transport Temperature

Frozen.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 3 months

Performed

Sun-Sat

Methodology

Quantitative Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry

Reported

1-4 days

Synonyms

  • LAB138
  • T3 REV

Ordering Recommendations

Generally not recommended for routine evaluation of thyroid disorders, although may be considered in pregnant women.

Reference Interval

Age
Reference Interval
0 -17 yearsNot established
18 years and older9.0 - 27.0 ng/dl

CPT Codes

84482
Collection

LAB138

Collect

Plain red or serum separator tube. Also acceptable: Lavender (EDTA) or pink (K2EDTA).

Specimen Preparation

Allow serum specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Separate serum or plasma from cells ASAP or within two hours of collection. Transfer 2 mL serum or plasma to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 1 mL)

Unacceptable Conditions

Grossly hemolyzed specimens

Storage/Transport Temperature

Frozen.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 3 months
Ordering

Performed

Sun-Sat

Methodology

Quantitative Liquid Chromatography-Tandem Mass Spectrometry

Reported

1-4 days

Synonyms

  • LAB138
  • T3 REV

Ordering Recommendations

Generally not recommended for routine evaluation of thyroid disorders, although may be considered in pregnant women.
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

Age
Reference Interval
0 -17 yearsNot established
18 years and older9.0 - 27.0 ng/dl

Administrative

CPT Codes

84482

TROPONIN I

LAB747

TROPI

Collect

One4.5 mL green top with gel (PST), (lithium heparin plasma) filled to at least 90% capacity.

Pediatric Collection

At least 0.5 mL whole blood in green top microtainer with gel, (lithium heparin plasma) or other heparin tube.

Unacceptable Conditions

Tube filled to less than 90% capacity; specimen not properly identified; incorrect container; improper storage conditions.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Deliver to lab immediately at ambient temperature.
Offsite: Centrifuge within 30 minutes of collection. Transport to lab at 2-8 degrees C.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Before centrifugation: 4 hours.

Plasma aliquot: Ambient, 4 hours; Refrigerated, 24 hours; Frozen (-20 degrees C), 30 days.

 

 

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Performed

Daily

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

Reported

Daily

Synonyms

  • LAB747
  • TROPI

Reference Interval

0.00 - 0.05 ng/mL

Interpretive Data

0.05 ng/mL or less - Negative. Repeat testing in four to six hours if clinically indicated.

0.06 - 0.49 ng/mL - Possible acute myocardial injury. Clinical correlation and repeat measurement in four to six hours may help confirm or exclude acute coronary syndrome.

0.50 ng/mL or greater - Consistent with myocardial injury. Correlation with clinical findings and other laboratory data recommended.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

CPT Codes

84484

Collection

LAB747

TROPI

Collect

One4.5 mL green top with gel (PST), (lithium heparin plasma) filled to at least 90% capacity.

Pediatric Collection

At least 0.5 mL whole blood in green top microtainer with gel, (lithium heparin plasma) or other heparin tube.

Unacceptable Conditions

Tube filled to less than 90% capacity; specimen not properly identified; incorrect container; improper storage conditions.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Internal: Deliver to lab immediately at ambient temperature.
Offsite: Centrifuge within 30 minutes of collection. Transport to lab at 2-8 degrees C.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

Before centrifugation: 4 hours.

Plasma aliquot: Ambient, 4 hours; Refrigerated, 24 hours; Frozen (-20 degrees C), 30 days.

 

 

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Ordering

Performed

Daily

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay

Reported

Daily

Synonyms

  • LAB747
  • TROPI
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

0.00 - 0.05 ng/mL

Interpretive Data

0.05 ng/mL or less - Negative. Repeat testing in four to six hours if clinically indicated.

0.06 - 0.49 ng/mL - Possible acute myocardial injury. Clinical correlation and repeat measurement in four to six hours may help confirm or exclude acute coronary syndrome.

0.50 ng/mL or greater - Consistent with myocardial injury. Correlation with clinical findings and other laboratory data recommended.

Performed by

PCL Clinical Laboratory - Core

Administrative

CPT Codes

84484

TRYPANASOMA CRUZI IGG

LAB1260

Collect

Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 0.5 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL) Parallel testing is preferred and convalescent specimens must be received within 30 days of the acute specimens. Mark specimens plainly as "acute" or "convalescent."

Unacceptable Conditions

Plasma. Bacterially contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, icteric, lipemic, or turbid specimens.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Room temperature or frozen.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year

Performed

Wed

Methodology

Semi-Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay

Reported

1-8 days

Synonyms

  • Chagas Antibody, IgG
  • LAB1260
  • CHAGAS IGG

Ordering Recommendations

Aid in the diagnosis of non-acute (chronic phase) Chagas disease (T. cruzi).

Reference Interval

Effective August 17, 2015

1.00 IV or less:  Negative - No significant level of Trypanosoma cruzi IgG antibody detected.
1.01-1.10 IV:  Equivocal - Questionable presence of Trypanosoma cruzi IgG antibody detected. Repeat testing  in 10-14 days may be helpful.
1.11 IV or greater:  Positive - IgG antibodies to Trypanosoma cruzi detected, which may suggest current or past infection.

Interpretive Data

This assay should not be used for blood donor screening or associated re-entry protocols, or for screening Human Cell and Cellular Tissue-Based Products (HCT/Ps).

CPT Codes

86753
Collection

LAB1260

Collect

Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 0.5 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.15 mL) Parallel testing is preferred and convalescent specimens must be received within 30 days of the acute specimens. Mark specimens plainly as "acute" or "convalescent."

Unacceptable Conditions

Plasma. Bacterially contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, icteric, lipemic, or turbid specimens.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Room temperature or frozen.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year
Ordering

Performed

Wed

Methodology

Semi-Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay

Reported

1-8 days

Synonyms

  • Chagas Antibody, IgG
  • LAB1260
  • CHAGAS IGG

Ordering Recommendations

Aid in the diagnosis of non-acute (chronic phase) Chagas disease (T. cruzi).
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

Effective August 17, 2015

1.00 IV or less:  Negative - No significant level of Trypanosoma cruzi IgG antibody detected.
1.01-1.10 IV:  Equivocal - Questionable presence of Trypanosoma cruzi IgG antibody detected. Repeat testing  in 10-14 days may be helpful.
1.11 IV or greater:  Positive - IgG antibodies to Trypanosoma cruzi detected, which may suggest current or past infection.

Interpretive Data

This assay should not be used for blood donor screening or associated re-entry protocols, or for screening Human Cell and Cellular Tissue-Based Products (HCT/Ps).

Administrative

CPT Codes

86753

TRYPANASOMA CRUZI IGM

LAB1259

Collect

Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.05 mL) Parallel testing is preferred and convalescent specimens must be received within 30 days of the acute specimens. Mark specimens plainly as acute or convalescent.

Unacceptable Conditions

Plasma. Bacterially contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, icteric, lipemic, or turbid specimens.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Room temperature or frozen.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year

Performed

Wed

Methodology

Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody

Reported

1-8 days

Synonyms

  • Chagas Antibody, IgM
  • LAB1259
  • CHAGAS IGM

Ordering Recommendations

Aid in the diagnosis of Chagas disease (T. cruzi). Order in conjunction with Parasites Smear (Giemsa Stain), Blood (0049025).

Reference Interval

Less than 1:16: Negative - No significant level of Trypanosoma cruzi IgM antibody detected.
1:16 or greater: Positive - IgM antibodies to Trypanosoma cruzi detected, which may suggest current or recent infection.   

Interpretive Data

ARUP intends the use of this assay for clinical diagnosis. This assay should not be used for blood donor screening or associated re-entry protocols, or for screening Human Cell and Cellular Tissue-Based Products (HCT/Ps).

CPT Codes

86753
Collection

LAB1259

Collect

Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation

Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.05 mL) Parallel testing is preferred and convalescent specimens must be received within 30 days of the acute specimens. Mark specimens plainly as acute or convalescent.

Unacceptable Conditions

Plasma. Bacterially contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, icteric, lipemic, or turbid specimens.

Storage/Transport Temperature

Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Room temperature or frozen.

Stability (from collection to initiation)

After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year
Ordering

Performed

Wed

Methodology

Semi-Quantitative Indirect Fluorescent Antibody

Reported

1-8 days

Synonyms

  • Chagas Antibody, IgM
  • LAB1259
  • CHAGAS IGM

Ordering Recommendations

Aid in the diagnosis of Chagas disease (T. cruzi). Order in conjunction with Parasites Smear (Giemsa Stain), Blood (0049025).
Result Interpretation

Reference Interval

Less than 1:16: Negative - No significant level of Trypanosoma cruzi IgM antibody detected.
1:16 or greater: Positive - IgM antibodies to Trypanosoma cruzi detected, which may suggest current or recent infection.   

Interpretive Data

ARUP intends the use of this assay for clinical diagnosis. This assay should not be used for blood donor screening or associated re-entry protocols, or for screening Human Cell and Cellular Tissue-Based Products (HCT/Ps).

Administrative

CPT Codes

86753

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