Test Overview
Test Methodology
ELISA
Test Usage
Detection of intrathecally-produced organism-specific antibodies in CSF indicates central nervous system infection.
Reference Range *
<0.75
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Limitations
Serum levels of organism-specific antibodies, blood-brain barrier integrity, and possible CSF contamination by blood should be considered when assessing CSF results.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Tuesday, Friday
Analytic Time
4 - 10 days
Soft Order Code
MMLR
Synonyms
- Taenia solium Antibody, CSF
- Tapeworm Antibody, CSF
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Mayo FCAEC (Quest)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect CSF and place in a sterile tube or container. Refrigerate.
Normal Volume
1 mL CSF
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL CSF
Additional Information
Test sent to Mayo Clinic Laboratories; performed by Quest Diagnostics Infectious Disease.
Billing
CPT Code
86682