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HelpTest Code TETABM Tetanus Toxoid IgG Antibody, Serum
Additional Codes
MAYO: TTIGS
EPIC: LAB658
Useful For
Assessment of an antibody response to the tetanus toxoid vaccine, which should be performed at least 3 weeks after immunization
An aid to diagnose immunodeficiency
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Reporting Name
Tetanus Toxoid IgG Ab, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
Reference Values
Vaccinated: Positive (≥0.01 IU/mL)
Unvaccinated: Negative (<0.01 IU/mL)
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 4 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed, and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. This test has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86317
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TTIGS | Tetanus Toxoid IgG Ab, S | 53935-3 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TETG | Tetanus IgG Ab | 33469-8 |
| DEXTG | Tetanus IgG Value | 53935-3 |
Secondary ID
36667Forms
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