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HelpTest Code TOXOG Toxoplasma gondii IgG
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB3165
Epic Description: TOXOPLASMA GONDII IGG
Synonym
Toxoplasma IgG
Toxo Titer
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel |
6.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Alternate | Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 6.0 mL | 1.0 mL |
| Preferred Micropuncture | Red Micro, No anticoagulant, No gel | 2 X 0.5 mL | 1 X 0.5 mL |
| Alternate Micropuncture | Gold Micro, Clot Activator with Inert Gel | 2 X 0.5 mL | 1 X 0.5 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Comment if acute or convalescent. Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Freeze if holding overnight. Transport frozen on dry ice.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 0.3 mL
Minimum 0.15 mL
Performing Lab
Special Chemistry Lab
Assay Frequency
Twice/week
Routine Turnaround Time
4 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Freeze if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86777