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HelpTest Code TXM Toxoplasma gondii Antibody, IgM, Serum
Additional Codes
ALAB: Y3M
Powerchart: Toxoplasmosis Antibody IgM
MA Cerner: Toxoplasma gondii Ab, IgM
Secondary ID
39856Useful For
Detecting recent infection with Toxoplasma gondii
Method Name
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Reporting Name
Toxoplasma Ab, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.8 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86778
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TXM | Toxoplasma Ab, IgM, S | 40678-5 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| TXM | Toxoplasma Ab, IgM, S | 40678-5 |
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.