Blastomyces dermatitidis Antibodies by Immunoassay with Reflex to Immunodiffusion
Test Mnemonic
BLASAB
CPT Codes
- 86612 - QTY (1)
Includes
- Blastomyces Antibodies EIA, SER
Performing Laboratory
Cleveland Clinic Laboratories
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated | Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer into standard aliquot tube. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
| Ambient | 48 hours |
Days Performed
Tue, Fri
Turnaround Time
3 - 4 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Immunodiffusion (ID) | |
| Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |
Special Info
Contaminated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens will be rejected.
Clinical Info
This immunoassay detects total antibodies against yeast-phase antigens from Blastomyces dermatitidis. Negative fungal serology does not rule out the possibility of current infection. If Blastomyces antibodies are positive by EIA then Blastomyces Immunodiffusion will be added at additional cost.
Reflex Tests
The following additional test(s) may be ordered depending on results: