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HelpTest Code WNMC West Nile Virus Antibody, IgM, Spinal Fluid
Reporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSFUseful For
Aids in diagnosing central nervous system West Nile virus infections during the acute phase
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial 2, 3, or 4
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
IgM: Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. 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 US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86788
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNMC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF | 29569-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNMC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF | 29569-1 |
Method Name
Only orderable as part of a profile. For more information see WNC / West Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid.
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)