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HelpTest Code TXPM Toxoplasma IgM
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SSTCollection Volume
5 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1 mL
Testing Volume
0.3 mL (300 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Specimen not stored properly, grossly lipemic, hemolyzed and icteric specimens, Inadequate labeling, improper collection.
Specimen Storage and Stability
Refrigerated 7 days
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday, 24 hours
Alias
TORCH Ab.; Viral Antibody; Toxoplasma, IgM; Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii) IgM
EPIC Code
LAB659
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel, GRN-PST, EDTA (Lavender) plasma
Transfer Instructions
Centrifuge sample prior to analysis if any particulate matter is present.
Transport
Refrigerated
Turn Around Time
1-3 Days
Lab Department
Chemistry