ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Teichoic Acid Antibodies : 0050775

Mnemonic: TEICHOIC

Methodology: Semi-Quantitative Immunodiffusion
Performed: Mon, Thu, Sat
Reported: 1-5 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.4 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Unacceptable Conditions: Plasma.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year
Reference Interval:
None detected.
Interpretive Data: Titers of 1:2 or greater indicate possible deep-seated S. aureus infection.
CPT Code(s): 86329
 
 

 

 

 
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