Preferred Sample Type
Suitable Specimen Types
- Serum
5ml
Turnaround Time
5 daysToxoplasma IgM screen
General Information
The Abbott Alinity Toxo IgM assay is a chemiluminescent microparticle
immunoassay (CMIA) for the qualitative detection of IgM antibodies to
Toxoplasma gondii in human serum and plasma.
Patient Preparation
For taking blood samples we recommend that users follow either their local protocols or “The Royal Marsden Manual of Clinical Nursing Procedures”.
Red top blood (serum) samples
- Sufficient blood for the test should be drawn into red topped (no additive) vacuum tubes.
Specifications
- EQA Scheme?: Yes
- EQA Status: NEQAS