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Additional Codes
LAB3134
Specimen 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: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reference Values
Vaccinated: Positive (≥0.01 IU/mL)
Unvaccinated: Negative (<0.01 IU/mL)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86317
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| DIPGS | Diphtheria Toxoid IgG Ab, S | 48654-8 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| DIPG | Diphtheria IgG Ab | 45166-6 |
| DEXDP | Diphtheria IgG Value | 48654-8 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.