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HelpOrderable Name COXIS Coccidioides Antibody Screen with Reflex, Serum
Useful For
Detecting antibodies to Coccidioides immitis/posadasii
This assay should not be used for monitoring response to therapy.
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| RSCOC | Coccidioides Ab, CompF/ImmDiff,S | Yes, (order SCOC) | No |
Testing Algorithm
If result is reactive, then Coccidioides by complement fixation and immunodiffusion will be performed at an additional charge.
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.7 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference value applies to all ages
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysCPT Code Information
86635
86635 x3 (if appropriate)
Method Name
COXIS: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
RSCOC: Complement Fixation (CF)/Immunodiffusion (ID)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.