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HelpWest Nile Virus Antibody, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid
Additional Codes
|
Primary ID |
Epic Code |
Mayo Test ID |
| WNVC1 | LAB2384 |
WNC |
Useful For
Aiding in diagnosis of central nervous system infection with West Nile virus
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | No | Yes |
| WNMC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF | No | Yes |
| WNVCI | West Nile CSF Interpretation | No | Yes |
Method Name
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)
Reporting Name
West Nile Virus Ab, IgG and IgM,CSFSpecimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Collection Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Reference Values
IgG: Negative
IgM: Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 DaysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
IgG: 86789
IgM: 86788
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG and IgM,CSF | 94853-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| WNGC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | 77953-8 |
| WNMC | West Nile Virus Ab, IgM, CSF | 29569-1 |
| WNVCI | West Nile CSF Interpretation | 69048-7 |
NY State Approved
YesTest Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.
Testing Algorithm
The following algorithms are available in Special Instructions: