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HelpHuman T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Types I and II Antibody Screen with Confirmation, Serum
Additional Codes
LAB3128
Reflex Tests
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| HTLVL | HTLV-I/-II Ab Confirmation, S | Yes | No |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
This test is for serum specimens only. For spinal fluid specimens, order HTLVC / Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Types 1 and 2 (HTLV-1/-2) Antibody Screen with Confirmation, Spinal Fluid.
Necessary Information
Date of collection is required.
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Centrifuge blood collection tube per collection tube manufacturer's instructions (eg, centrifuge within 2 hours of collection for BD Vacutainer tubes).
2. Aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
Reference Values
Negative
Day(s) Performed
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
CPT Code Information
86790
86689 (if appropriate)
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| HTLVI | HTLV-I/-II Ab Screen, S | 29901-6 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 9539 | HTLV-I/-II Ab Screen, S | 29901-6 |
Report Available
1 to 4 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.