Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA) – IgG
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Detection of IgG antibodies to Human Herpesvirus-8 (HHV-8) by immunofluorescence assay (IFA).
- Kaposi's sarcoma
Serum. Minimum volume required is 1.0 mL.
Submit serum in a sterile microcentrifuge tube.
Shipping of specimens shall be done by a TDG certified individual in accordance with TDG regulations. For additional information regarding classification of specimens for the purposes of shipping, consult either Part 2 Appendix 3 of the TDG Regulations or section 3.6.2 of the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations as applicable.
Suspected Human Herpesvirus-8 infection.
Completed Emerging Bloodborne Pathogens requisition including sender name, address and telephone number. Patient name or identifier (referring specimen lab #), date of birth, test(s) requested. Indicate the type of specimen and date collected.
N/A
Serum samples are tested using HHV-8 IgG detection kit from Biotrin.
21 claendar days.