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HelpTest Code BART Bartonella Antibody Panel, IgG and IgM, Serum
Reporting Name
Bartonella Ab Panel, IgG and IgMUseful For
Diagnosis of Bartonella infection, especially in the context of a cat scratch
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.15 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
BARTONELLA HENSELAE
IgG: <1:128
IgM: <1:20
BARTONELLA QUINTANA
IgG: <1:128
IgM: <1:20
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86611 x 4
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BART | Bartonella Ab Panel, IgG and IgM | 90251-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 15659 | Bart Henselae IgG | In Process |
| 15660 | Bart Henselae IgM | In Process |
| 15661 | Bart Quintana IgG | In Process |
| 15662 | Bart Quintana IgM | In Process |
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysTesting Algorithm
For information see Infective Endocarditis: Diagnostic Testing for Identification of Microbiological Etiology.
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Special Instructions
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.