Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD50482Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Babesia microti Antibodies (IgG, IgM), IFA
Also known as: Human Babesiosis, Babesiosis IgG & IgM
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Babesia serological testing is used to diagnose infection by the Babesia tick‑borne protozoan. Infection may cause hemolytic anemia.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Individuals infected with malaria may falsely test positive.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (IHC)
Biomarkers
Babesia microti IgG antibody
ProteinIFA IgG • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Babesia microti IgM antibody
ProteinIFA IgM • Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.1 mL serum
Container
Gold‑top SST tube or plain Red‑top tube
Collection Instructions
Let specimen clot 30‑60 minutes then centrifuge to separate serum from cells; transfer serum to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate (2‑8 °C)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Frozen | 30 days |