ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Toxic Shock Syndrome Antibody, MAID : 0092212

Mnemonic: TOXSHOCKAB

Methodology: Multi-Analyte Immunodetection
(Multiplex Bead Assay)
Performed: Varies
Reported: 3-15 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red or serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP. Transfer 0.5 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.25 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 1 week; Refrigerated: 2 months; Frozen: Indefinitely
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 86609 x2