Methodology
Fluorescent ELISA
Synonyms
Crab (f23); Lobster (f80); Shrimp (f24)
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Serology
Epic ID
LAB001426
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
3 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1-2 mL Blood
Container Type
Red-Top Tube
Collection Instructions
Plasma collected in an EDTA (lavender-top) or sodium heparin (green-top) tube is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Test Volume Required
1 mL Blood
Minimum Test Volume
0.15 mL Serum or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Separate serum or plasma and place in refrigerator Allergy rack. Avoid repeated freezing and thawing.
Included Tests
Included tests: Crab (f23), Lobster (f80) and Shrimp (f24).
CPT Codes
86003 (x3)
Revised
9/11/25
Initials
SA