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HelpTest Code LEIS Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Antibody, Serum
Reporting Name
Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, SUseful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of active visceral leishmaniasis
This test should not be used as the sole criteria for diagnosis
Method Name
Immunochromatographic Strip Assay
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.2 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 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 values apply to all ages.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved or is exempt by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86717
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| LEIS | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 86219 | Leishmaniasis (Visceral) Ab, S | 7958-2 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.