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HelpTest Code MISCLM West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG, Spinal Fluid
Additional Codes
| MAYO Test ID |
| WNGC |
| EPIC Test ID |
| LAB2608 |
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial 2, 3, or 4
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
IgG: Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86789
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | 41236-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | 77953-8 |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Useful For
Aids in diagnosing recent or past central nervous system West Nile virus infection
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday