Posted Date
Effective Date
Update Type Specimen collection or handling and/or storage changed
Order Code EHOLG

SPECIMEN COLLECTION AND HANDLING UPDATE

 

Entamoeba histolytica (Amoeba) Antibody

Order Code:                  EHOLG

Fee Code:                     32052 (CPT 86753)

Reference Laboratory:   Mayo EHOLG

 

The specimen stability for Mayo Clinic Laboratories Entamoeba histolytica Antibody assay will be updated effective July 20, 2023.

 

Collection Instructions: Collect specimen in an SST or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot 0.5 mL (minimum 0.4 mL) of serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate (preferred) for up to 14 days or freeze for longer storage up to 30 days.