HTLV I II AB
HTLV I, II Antibodies, Qualitative
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3529
Synonyms:
Human T-lymphotropic Virus
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top tube, serum gel tube, or lavender top (EDTA) tube
Specimen Type:
Serum or plasma
Preferred Volume:
2 mL
Minimum Volume:
1.5 mL
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Refrigerated - 2 weeks
Frozen - 6 months
Unacceptable Condition:
Samples that are hemolyzed, lipemic, or have gross bacterial contamination will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
86790 - HTLV-I/II Antibodies Qual (EAP 30021262)
Method:
Chemiluminescent immunoassay (CLIA); line blot (immunoblot).
Reference Ranges:
Please refer to the performing lab report for applicable reference ranges