Toxoplasma IgG Serology, Blood

Diagnostic Use

Toxoplasma gondii, an obligate intracellular protozoan parasite, is a significant pathogen in humans. The primary host is cats and it infects numerous mammals including humans.
Infection is often benign or asymptomatic but can have severe consequences in immunocompromised individuals and the foetus in pregnant women.
Toxo IgG serology in conjunction with Toxo IgM can aid in the diagnosis of toxoplasmosis

Department

Microbiology - Serology

Delphic Registration Code

TOXO

Constituent Tests

• Toxoplasma IgG Avidity, Blood
• Toxoplasma IgM serology, Blood

Synonyms

Toxo Serology

Turnaround Time

2 days

Test Code

2359

Specimen Type

• Serum

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred

• Serum (Red Cap)

Acceptable

• Serum (Red Cap)
• SST II (Gold Cap)

Preferred Sample Volume (ml)

10.0

Minimum Sample Volume (ml)

5.0

No of Samples Required

1

Aliquot Instructions

Sample Type

• Serum

Minimum Volume (ml)

0.5

Transport to Lab

Ambient (8 - 24 degrees Celsius)
If overnight - Chilled (2 - 8 degrees Celsius)

Additional Referral/Aliquot Information

Preferred Serum 2 mL

Interpretation

A positive Toxo IgG  indicates previous exposure to T gondii or a current infection. IgM can persist for several months or years so it’s not possible to confirm recent infection on IgM result alone. Interpret in conjunction with IgG result and clinical history.
Demonstration of seroconversion or Toxo Avidity testing may aid the diagnosis.

Reference Intervals

Reported as Negative or Equivocal or Positive

 

Test Method

CLIA

Non-Funded Test Cost

$32.79 (Exclusive of GST)

Billing Code

2359

Onset date of illness desirable.
Urgent testing by arrangement

Contact Information

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