Ordering Guidance

This test is the preferred test for patients previously tested for Streptococcus pneumoniae serotypes (as part of follow up testing or part of pre/post vaccine assessment).

The preferred test for patients being evaluated for possible immunodeficiency or for assessment of pneumococcal vaccination response (initial evaluation) is PNTOR / Streptococcus pneumoniae IgG Antibodies, Total, with Reflex, Serum

The preferred test for patients previously tested for total Streptococcus pneumoniae antibodies (as part of follow up testing or part of pre/post vaccine assessment) is PNTO / Streptococcus pneumoniae IgG Antibodies, Total, Serum

Specimen Required

Collection Container/Tube:

Preferred: Serum gel

Acceptable: Red top

Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial 

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial