ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Coxiella burnetii (Q-Fever) Antibodies, IgG & IgM by IFA with Reflex to Titer : 2003102

Mnemonic: C BURNETII

Methodology: Immunofluorescence Assay
(Indirect Fluorescent Antibody)
Performed: Varies
Reported: 3-7 days
Specimen Required: Collect: Plain red or serum separator tube.

Specimen Preparation: Transfer 1 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.2 mL)

Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Also acceptable: Frozen.

Stability (collection to initiation of testing): Ambient: 4 days; Refrigerated: 1 week; Frozen: 1 month
Reference Interval:
By report
Note: If Coxiella burnetii IgG and/or IgM antibodies are detected, then a titer will be added. Additional charges apply.
CPT Code(s): 86638 x4; if reflexed add 86638 per titer performed