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HelpTest Code HEVML Hepatitis E Virus IgM Antibody Confirmation, Serum
Reporting Name
HEV IgM Ab Confirmation, SUseful For
Confirmation of reactive hepatitis E virus IgM antibody screening test results for the diagnosis of acute or recent (<6 months) hepatitis E infection
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
Serum SSTNecessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions (eg, centrifuge and aliquot within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes).
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum SST | Frozen (preferred) | ||
| Refrigerated | 7 days | ||
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Every other Friday
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
86790
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HEVML | HEV IgM Ab Confirmation, S | 14212-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 61903 | HEV IgM Ab Confirmation, S | 14212-5 |
Report Available
1 to 21 daysMethod Name
Line Immunoassay (LIA)
Testing Algorithm
For information see Hepatitis E: Testing Algorithm for Diagnosis and Management.
Special Instructions
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following:
-Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request (T728)
-Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916)
-Microbiology Test Request (T244)