ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Colorado Tick Fever Antibodies, IgG & IgM, IFA : 0093167

Mnemonic: COLOR TICK

Methodology: Immunofluorescence Assay
(Indirect Fluorescent Antibody)
Performed: Varies
Reported: 3-8 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 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 weeks; Frozen: 1 month
Reference Interval:
By report
CPT Code(s): 86790 x2
Cross References: Soft-CTF (Colorado Tick Fever Antibodies, IgG & IgM, IFA)