Test Code COXIS Coccidioides Antibody Screen with Reflex, Serum
Useful For
Detecting antibodies to Coccidioides immitis/posadasii
This assay should not be used for monitoring response to therapy.
Reflex Tests
Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
---|---|---|---|
RSCOC | Coccidioides Ab, CompF/ImmDiff,S | Yes, (order SCOC) | No |
Testing Algorithm
If result is reactive, then Coccidioides by complement fixation and immunodiffusion will be performed at an additional charge.
For more information see Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel Algorithm.
Reporting Name
Coccidioides Ab Screen w/Reflex, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1.7 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | Reject |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference value applies to all ages
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterTest Classification
This test has been modified from the manufacturer's instructions. Its performance characteristics were determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86635
86635 x3 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
COXIS | Coccidioides Ab Screen w/Reflex, S | 40712-2 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
COXQ2 | Coccidioides Ab Screen, S | 40712-2 |
NY State Approved
YesMethod Name
COXIS: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
RSCOC: Complement Fixation (CF)/Immunodiffusion (ID)
Secondary ID
62079Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.