Not recommended as a stand-alone test. Panel that includes lymphocytic choriomeningitis (LCM) virus IgG and IgM antibodies is preferred; refer to Lymphocytic Choriomeningitis (LCM) Virus Antibodies, IgG & IgM, CSF (2001628).
- Patient Preparation
- Collect
- CSF.
- Specimen Preparation
- Transfer 0.75 mL CSF to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube. (Min 0.2 mL)
- Storage/Transport Temperature
- Refrigerated.
- Unacceptable Conditions
- Contaminated, heat-inactivated, or hemolyzed specimens.
- Remarks
- Stability
- After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles)
≥ 1:1 Positive - Presence of IgG antibody to LCM virus detected, suggestive of current or past infection.
Component Test Code* | Component Chart Name | LOINC |
---|---|---|
2001631 | LCM Virus Ab, IgG, CSF | 9766-7 |
- LCM IgG Antibody, CSF