Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Synonyms
Treponema Ab; Treponema pallidum; Reverse Algorithm; Syphilis; T. pallidum; Treponema pallidum Antibodies
Specimen Type
Serum
Performing Lab
Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano
Epic ID
LAB07965
Lab Test Days
Daily
Standard TAT
1-4 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
3-6 mL Blood
Container Type
Red-Top Tube
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerated-OK/Frozen-OK
Specimen Stability
Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days
Rejection Criteria
Hemolysis; Lipemia
Test Volume Required
3 mL Serum
Minimum Test Volume
1.4 mL Serum
Included Tests
If T. pallidum Antibody is equivocal or positive, then RPR Screen with Reflex to Titer will be performed. If RPR Screen is reactive, then RPR titer will be performed. If RPR screen is non-reactive, then T. pallidum Antibody, Particle Agglutination will be performed.
CPT Codes
86780; 86592; 86593; 86780
Revised
7/20/23
Initials
SA