HTLV I/II Ab Screen
Test Mnemonic
HTLVSC
CPT Codes
- 86790 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- HTLV Screen
- HTLV1
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Centrifuge, aliquot and refrigerate ASAP. | Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer into standard aliquot tube. |
Alternate Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Plasma | EDTA (Lavender) | Centrifuge, aliquot and refrigerate ASAP. | Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer into standard aliquot tube. | |
| 0.5 mL | Plasma | Sodium citrate (Lt. Blue) | Centrifuge, aliquot and refrigerate ASAP. | Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer into standard aliquot tube. | |
| 0.5 mL | Plasma | Sodium or Lithium heparin (Green) | Centrifuge, aliquot and refrigerate ASAP. | Separate plasma 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | After separation from cells: 7 days |
| Frozen | After separation from cells: 30 days (Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles) |
| Ambient | After separation from cells: 48 hours |
Days Performed
Sun, Mon, Wed - Sat
Turnaround Time
2 - 4 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Specimens containing particulate matter are unacceptable. This assay should not be used for blood donor screening, associated reentry protocols, or for screening human cell, tissues and cellular and tissue-based products (HCT/P). This test is New York DOH approved.
Clinical Info
Screening and initial diagnosis of HTLVI/II infection. If repeatedly reactive, confirmation by Western Blot will be performed at an additional cost.
Reflex Tests
The following additional test(s) may be ordered depending on results: