Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD47927Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Brucella Antibodies (IgG, IgM), EIA with Reflex to Agglutination
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
Detection of antibodies to Brucella species indicates recent or past exposure to the organism. IgG and IgM antibody detection aids in diagnosing brucellosis by distinguishing between recent and past infections, with a reflex to agglutination for confirmation when IgM levels are ≥1.10.
Special Instructions
Reflex to agglutination test performed if Brucella IgM ≥1.10. Performing laboratory: Quest Diagnostics San Juan Capistrano. Setup schedule varies; lab days include Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday (as per Nichols Institute data).
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (Other)
Biomarkers
2 components
Brucella IgG and IgM EIA component • OtherReflex Agglutination component • Other
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1–2 mL blood for 1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL serum
Container
Red top (no additive)
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 Days |
| Refrigerated | 14 Days |
| Frozen | 30 Days |