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HelpTest Code EHRLM Ehrlichia Antibody Panel, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo Test ID |
|---|
| EHRCP |
Reporting Name
Ehrlichia Ab PanelUseful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of infection with Anaplasma phagocytophilum or Ehrlichia chaffeensis
Seroepidemiological surveys of the prevalence of the infection in certain populations
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANAP | Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, IgG,S | Yes | Yes |
| EHRC | Ehrlichia Chaffeensis (HME) Ab, IgG | Yes | Yes |
Testing Algorithm
For more information see Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm.
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
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 a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Special Instructions
Reference Values
ANAPLASMA PHAGOCYTOPHILUM
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
EHRLICHIA CHAFFEENSIS
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
86666 x 2
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| EHRCP | Ehrlichia Ab Panel | 77165-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 81157 | Anaplasma phagocytophilum Ab, IgG,S | 23877-4 |
| 81478 | Ehrlichia Chaffeensis (HME) Ab, IgG | 47405-6 |