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HelpTest Code BABAB Babesia microti Antibodies (IgG, IgM), IFA
Specimen Required
1 mL serum
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 72 hours Refrigerated: 7 days Frozen: 30 days
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Limitations
Individuals infected with malaria may falsely test positive.
Collection Container / Tube
Preferred: Gold SST Tube
Other Acceptable Container: None
Transport Container
Plastic screw-cap vial
Transport / Storage Conditions
Refrigerated (cold packs)
Reference Values
| Babesia microti Antibodies IgG | <1:64 | ||||
| Babesia microti Antibodies IgM | <1:20 |
Day(s) Performed
Set up: Tues-Sat a.m.; Report available: Next day
CPT Codes
86753 (x2)
Clinical Reference
Babesia serological testing is used to diagnose infection by the Babesia tick-borne protozoan. Infection may cause hemolytic anemia.