Test Overview
Test Methodology

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Test Usage

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Reference Range *

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

Test Details
Synonyms
    Laboratory
    Chemical Pathology
    Section
    Special Chemistry
    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
    2 mL serum
    Minimum Volume
    1 mL serum
    Additional Information

    The torch screen is not an orderable test through MLabs, since it is recommended that the physician order the individual test or tests required as determined by the patient's symptoms or diagnosis. If a request for a Torch screen is received, MLabs will order the following assays: Cytomegalovirus, IgG (CMVG), Cytomegalovirus, IgM (CMVM), Herpes simplex Types 1 & 2, IgG (HSVP), Rubella, IgG (RUBG), Toxoplasma, IgG (TOXG), and Toxoplasma, IgM (TOXM).

    Billing
    Fee Code
    00000
    NY State Approved
    No