TB Interferon Antigen Response (QuantiFERON-TB Gold)

Specimen:

Test Code

TBGOLD

Specimen Name

TB Interferon Antigen Response (QuantiFERON-TB Gold)

Collect

Special Collection Tubes

Submit

4 Tubes with 1 mL each

Special Handling

Rejection Criteria

Stability

Specimens must be incubated within 16 hours of collection. Incubate for 16-23 hours @ 37°C. Centrifuge 15 minutes @ 3000, then refrigerate for transport.

Methodology

Performed

Performed Monday through Friday - Reported 1-4 days

Reported

CPT Codes

  • 86480

Components

Additional Information

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Common Lab Definitions

  • Serum 
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