Test Code TRCNG Trichinella Antibody, IgG, Serum
Test Down Notes
Effective October 17, 2025: This test is obsolete due to unavailability of testing reagent. Order ZW131, 34321 as an alternative. See test notification here.
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.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Frozen (preferred) | 30 days |
| Refrigerated | 5 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated | Reject |
Reference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Friday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86784