Methodology
Semi-Quantitative Immunodiffusion
Synonyms
Teichoic Ab
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
ARUP
Epic ID
Other Reference Test
Lab Test Days
Monday, Thursday and Saturday
Standard TAT
1-5 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Gold (SST)
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 48 Hours; Refrigerated: 2 Weeks; Frozen: 1 Year
Rejection Criteria
Plasma
Test Volume Required
1 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
0.4 mL Serum
Processing Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Complete an ARUP requisition and submit with specimen refrigerated or frozen. Call Apollo Courier Service for pick up Monday-Friday
Comments
Titers of 1:2 or greater indicate possible deep-seated S. aureus infection.
CPT Codes
86329
Revised
11-17-17
Initials
SL