Test Code BABG Babesia microti IgG Antibodies, Serum
Reporting Name
Babesia microti IgG Ab, SUseful For
An adjunct in the diagnosis of babesiosis
Follow-up of documented babesiosis
Performing Laboratory

Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.15 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
<1:64
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; 9 a.m.
Test Classification
This test was developed using an analyte specific reagent. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86753
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
BABG | Babesia microti IgG Ab, S | 16117-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
81128 | Babesia microti IgG Ab, S | 16117-4 |
Testing Algorithm
See Acute Tick-Borne Disease Testing Algorithm in Special Instructions.
Special Instructions
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)