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

SPECIMEN COLLECTION AND HANDLING UPDATE

 

Echinococcus Antibody, IgG

Order Code:                  ECHNG

Fee Code:                     32078 (CPT 86682)

Reference Laboratory:   Mayo ECHNG

 

The specimen stability for Mayo Clinic Laboratories Echinococcu Antibody assay will be updated effective July 18, 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.