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Lab Test Dictionary

FTA-ABS (4112)

Methodology

Indirect Immunofluorescence Assay


Synonyms

Treponemal pallidum; Fluorescent Treponemal Antigen; Syphilis

Specimen Type

Serum

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano


Epic ID

LAB01725

Lab Test Days

Tuesday-Saturday

Standard TAT

1-3 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

1-2 mL Blood

Container Type

Red Top (No Additive)

Collection Instructions

This test is ONLY available for individuals > or = to 1 year of age.


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK/Ambient-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 7 Days; Refrigerated: 14 Days; Frozen: 30 Days

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis; Gross lipemia

Test Volume Required

1 mL Serum

Minimum Test Volume

0.2 mL Serum

Processing Instructions

This test is ONLY available for individuals > or = to 1 year of age.


Comments

This test is ONLY available for individuals > or = to 1 year of age. For patients under 1 year of age, refer to 34323X Treponema pallidum Antibody (IgG, IgM) Panel, IFA.


CPT Codes

86780


Revised

09-27-22