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HelpSevere Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), Nucleocapsid, Total Antibody, Serum
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COVID-19 Nucleocapsid Antibody
Ordering Guidance
Molecular testing is recommended for diagnosis of COVID-19 in symptomatic patients. For more information, see HPCOV / Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), Molecular Detection, Varies
For the most up to date COVID-19 epidemiology and testing recommendations, visit www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
Necessary Information
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.6 mL
Collection Instructions: Within 2 hours of collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86769
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| COVTA | SARS-CoV-2 Nucleocapsid Total Ab, S | 94762-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| COVTI | SARS-CoV-2 Nucleocapsid Total Ab, S | 94762-2 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Wednesday, Friday