Test Overview
Test Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay

Test Usage

Detection of antibodies to Schistosoma species.

Reference Range *

Negative

* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.

Test Limitations

This assay is designed to specifically detect IgG-class antibodies to S. mansoni, which are likely cross-reactive to other Schistosoma species. Sensitivity for detection of antibodies to each of the Schistosoma species has not been evaluated for this assay. Patients may remain seropositive by this assay following appropriate treatment and clearance of the infection. Positive results should be confirmed with other laboratory findings (eg, ova and parasite examination), clinical symptoms, and suitable exposure history.

Test Details
Days Set Up
Tuesday, Thursday
Analytic Time

2 - 9 days

Soft Order Code
FSCHS
MiChart Code
Schistosoma IgG Antibody Serum (Sendout)
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Sendout
    Reference Laboratory
    Mayo BILHA
    Section
    Special Testing
    Specimen Requirements
    Collection Instructions

    Collect specimen in an SST (preferred) or red top tube. Centrifuge, aliquot serum into a plastic vial and refrigerate.

    Normal Volume
    1 mL serum
    Minimum Volume
    0.5 mL serum
    Additional Information

    Test sent to Mayo Medical Laboratories.

    Billing
    CPT Code
    86682
    Fee Code
    AA089
    NY State Approved
    No