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: 1 week |
| Frozen | After separation from cells: Indefinitely (Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles) |
| Ambient | After separation from cells: Unacceptable |
Days Performed
Mon, Wed, Fri
Turnaround Time
2 - 6 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 re-entry 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.