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Lab Test Dictionary

West Nile Virus Antibodies (IgG, IgM), CSF (36597)

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)


Synonyms

WNV

Specimen Type

CSF

Performing Lab

Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano


Epic ID

LAB01348

Lab Test Days

Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Standard TAT

1-4 Days


Collection Information

Specimen Required

0.7-2 mL CSF

Container Type

Sterile Container


Processing Information - Lab Use Only

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate-OK/Frozen-OK

Specimen Stability

Room Temp: 4 Days; Refrigerated: 7 Days; Frozen: 30 Days

Test Volume Required

2 mL CSF

Minimum Test Volume

0.7 mL CSF


CPT Codes

86788, 86789


Revised

09-27-22