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HelpOrderable Name CHLAP Chlamydia IgM and IgG Panel, Immunofluorescence, Serum
Additional Codes
CNE Order Code: Chlamy Ab
Ordering Guidance
For suspected Chlamydia trachomatis infection, order either CTRNA / Chlamydia trachomatis, Nucleic Acid Amplification, Varies or CGRNA / Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Nucleic Acid Amplification, Varies.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.6 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Useful For
Aiding in the clinical diagnosis of Chlamydia pneumoniae or Chlamydia psittaci infection
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHLG | Chlamydia IgG, IFA, S | Yes | Yes |
| CHLM | Chlamydia IgM, IFA, S | Yes | Yes |
Method Name
Micro-Immunofluorescent Antibody (MIF) Assay
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
Chlamydia pneumoniae
IgM: <1:10
IgG: <1:64
Chlamydia psittaci
IgM: <1:10
IgG: <1:64
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Thursday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysCPT Code Information
86632 x 2
86631 x 2
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send an Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.