Coccidioides IgG and IgM Antibodies with Reflex to Immunodiffusion
Test Mnemonic
COCIMG
CPT Codes
- 86635 - QTY (2)
LOINC ®
59049-7
Includes
- Coccidioides IgG Antibody
- Coccidioides IgM Antibody
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. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.6 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Ambient | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Days Performed
Tue, Fri
Turnaround Time
2 - 4 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) |
Special Info
Non-serum specimens and serum that is contaminated, hemolyzed, icteric or lipemic will be rejected.
Clinical Info
As an aid in the diagnosis of coccidioidomycosis (Valley fever). Negative fungal serology does not rule out the possibility of current infection. Positive results will reflex Coccidioides immunodiffusion testing. Note: This immunoassay uses recombinant and native Coccidioides antigens, including CF and TP antigens, typically detecting IgG and IgM, respectively.
Reflex Tests
The following additional test(s) may be ordered depending on results: