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HelpTEST ID PN23M Streptococcus pneumoniae IgG Antibodies, 23 Serotypes, Serum
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
Useful For
Assessing the IgG antibody response to active immunization with nonconjugated, 23-valent pneumococcal vaccines
Assessing the IgG antibody response to active immunization with conjugated 13-valent, 15-valent and 20-valent pneumococcal vaccines
Determining the ability of an individual to produce an antibody response to polysaccharide antigens, as part of the evaluation for humoral or combined immunodeficiencies
Method Name
Bead-Based Multiplex Immunoassay
Reporting Name
S. pneumoniae IgG Ab,23 serotypes,SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 21 days | |
| Frozen | 21 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
| Gross icterus | OK |
Reference Values
Results are reported in mcg/mL
|
Serotype |
Normal value |
|
1 (1) |
≥1.0 |
|
2 (2) |
≥1.0 |
|
3 (3) |
≥1.0 |
|
4 (4) |
≥1.0 |
|
5 (5) |
≥1.0 |
|
8 (8) |
≥1.0 |
|
9N (9) |
≥1.0 |
|
12F (12) |
≥1.0 |
|
14 (14) |
≥1.0 |
|
17F (17) |
≥1.0 |
|
19F (19) |
≥1.0 |
|
20 (20) |
≥1.0 |
|
22F (22) |
≥1.0 |
|
23F (23) |
≥1.0 |
|
6B (26) |
≥1.0 |
|
10A (34) |
≥1.0 |
|
11A (43) |
≥1.0 |
|
7F (51) |
≥1.0 |
|
15B (54) |
≥1.0 |
|
18C (56) |
≥1.0 |
|
19A (57) |
≥1.0 |
|
9V (68) |
≥1.0 |
|
33F (70) |
≥1.0 |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
4 to 6 daysSpecimen Retention Time
3 monthsPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86317 x 23
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a General Request (T239) with the specimen.