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HelpTest Code CYSTG Cysticercosis (Taenia solium), IgG, Serum
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Useful For
Aid for the diagnosis of cysticercosis caused by infection with Taenia solium
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
Cysticercosis (T. solium), IgG, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US 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
86682
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CYSTG | Cysticercosis (T. solium), IgG, S | 56485-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| CYSTG | Cysticercosis (T. solium), IgG, S | 56485-6 |