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HelpTest Code FGGAG Ganglioside GD1a Antibody (IgG)
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: Overnight fasting is preferred.
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collections Instructions:
1. Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable.
2. Centrifuge and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Reporting Name
Ganglioside GD1a Ab (IgG)Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 7 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
<1:100 titer
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday
Report Available
4 to 10 daysPerforming Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols InstituteTest Classification
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.CPT Code Information
83520
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FGGAG | Ganglioside GD1a Ab (IgG) | 82455-7 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z3619 | GD1a Ab (IgG) | 21283-7 |