Test Code SYPHILIS SYPHILIS IGG/IGM ANTIBODY

Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay for qualitative detection of total anitbodies (IgG and IgM) to Treponema pallidum

Assay is designed to utilize recombinant Treponemal antigens (TpN17, TpN47and TpN15) for early and accurate detection of total antibodies.

Submit only 1 of the following specimens:

Preferred:

Serum Gel Tube

Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL (minimum volume: 0.25 mL) of serum

Lipemic, icteric, or contaminated specimen is not acceptable.

Collection Instructions: Spin down within 2 hours of draw.

Monday through Friday

Negative

Positives will be sent to the Montana State Public Health Laboratory for confirmatory testing.

Logan Health Medical Center Laboratory

86780