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HelpTest Code BARTAB Bartonella Antibody Panel, IgG and IgM, Serum
Reporting Name
Bartonella Ab Panel, IgG and IgMUseful For
Diagnosis of Bartonella infection, especially in the context of a cat scratch
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.15 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Bartonella henselae
IgG: <1:128
IgM: <1:20
Bartonella quintana
IgG: <1:128
IgM: <1:20
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; 9 a.m.
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics 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
86611 x 4
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| BART | Bartonella Ab Panel, IgG and IgM | 90251-0 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 15659 | Bart Henselae IgG | 6954-2 |
| 15660 | Bart Henselae IgM | 6955-9 |
| 15661 | Bart Quintana IgG | 44827-4 |
| 15662 | Bart Quintana IgM | 44825-8 |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild OK; Gross reject |
|
Lipemia |
Mild OK; Gross reject |
|
Icterus |
NA |
|
Other |
NA |
Testing Algorithm
Includes Bartonella henselae and Bartonella quintana.
See Infective Endocarditis: Diagnostic Testing for Identification of Microbiological Etiology in Special Instructions.
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Special Instructions
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.