Brucella Antibody (Total) by Agglutination
Also known as: BRUC
Use
The Brucella Antibody (Total) by Agglutination test is a serological test used to detect recent infection caused by Brucella species. This diagnostic tool is used in the context of a clinically compatible illness along with an exposure history suggestive of brucellosis. A single high serum titer or a significant rise in titer between acute and convalescent specimens may indicate brucellosis when correlated with clinical findings.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Cross-reactions can occur between Brucella and Francisella tularensis antigens and antisera, so parallel tests should be run with these antigens to ensure specificity. A single serum titer of 1:80 or 1:160 is only suggestive of brucellosis and must be evaluated alongside the patient's clinical history. Freeze/thaw cycles may affect sample integrity, hence should be avoided.
New York Approved
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Brucella Ab (Total)
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 19053-8 - Brucella Ab Titr Ser Aggl
Result Turnaround Time
2-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells as soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Contaminated, heat-inactivated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 6 months (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles) |
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