QuantiFERON-TB Gold Plus, 1-tube
| Ordering Recommendation | Aids in the detection of latent disease among persons at increased risk for tuberculosis (TB). Positive predictive value is decreased in low-risk populations. May be used in persons who have received the bacille Calmette-Guérin (BCG) vaccine. Results are intended for use in conjunction with risk assessment, radiography, and other medical and diagnostic evaluations. |
| Specimen | Lithium Heparin Whole Blood |
| Container Type | Dark Green No Gel
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| Minimum Volume | 5 mL |
| Methodology | Chemiluminescence |
| Reference Range | Negative |
| Stability | 48 hours |
| Transport Temp | Refrigerate 2°-8° C |
| Instructions | Specimens must be collected and shipped same-day, Monday-Thursday only. Do not draw specimens on the day of or day prior to a federal holiday. Collect 6 mL whole blood into the Dark Green No Gel tube; tubes received with less than 5 mL will not be accepted.
Once collected, immediately invert tube 8-10 times to prevent clotting; do not centrifuge. |
| Days Performed | Tues, Fri |
| Report Available | 2-5 days |
| New York State | Yes |
| LOINC | 71773-6, 64084-7, 88517-8, 71774-4, 71776-9 |
| CPT Code | 86480 |
