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HelpTest Code HAEMAB Haemophilus influenzae Type B Antibody, IgG, Serum
Reporting Name
Haemophilus influenzae B Ab, IgG, SUseful For
Assessing a patient's immunological (IgG) response to Haemophilus influenzae type B (HIB) vaccine
Assessing immunity against HIB
Aiding in the evaluation of immunodeficiency
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days |
| Frozen | 7 days |
Reference Values
≥0.15 mg/L
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday; 8 a.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86684
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HIBS | Haemophilus influenzae B Ab, IgG, S | 11257-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 83261 | Haemophilus influenzae B Ab, IgG, S | 11257-3 |
Reject Due To
|
Gross hemolysis |
Reject |
|
Gross lipemia |
Reject |
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.