Test Code HEVM Hepatitis E Virus IgM Antibody Screen with Reflex to Confirmation, Serum
Reporting Name
HEV IgM Ab Screen, SUseful For
Diagnosis of acute or recent (<6 months) hepatitis E infection
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
HEVML | HEV IgM Ab Confirmation, S | Yes | No |
Testing Algorithm
If hepatitis E virus (HEV) IgM antibody screen is reactive or borderline, HEV IgM antibody confirmation will be performed at an additional charge.
For more information see Hepatitis E: Testing Algorithm for Diagnosis and Management.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
Serum SSTNecessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions (eg, centrifuge within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes).
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
See Specimen Required
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum SST | Frozen (preferred) | ||
Refrigerated | 24 hours |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Thursday
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86790
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
HEVM | HEV IgM Ab Screen, S | 14212-5 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
86212 | HEV IgM Ab Screen, S | 14212-5 |
Report Available
1 to 7 daysMethod Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Special Instructions
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send 1 of the following:
-Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request (T728)
-Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916)
-Microbiology Test Request (T244)
Call Laboratory Medicine resident at digital pager 314-747-1320 for approval before drawing the specimen.