FTA-ABS (FLUORESCENT TREPONEMAL ANTIBODY, ABSORBED), CSF
IFA (Immunofluorescence Assay)
Reporting Title: Treponema Pallidum Antibody, IFA (CSF)
	Test Performed At:
		Mayo Medical Laboratory to Focus Technologies #90522
	Specimen Required:
		Send 1.0 ml (minimum 0.1 mL) of CSF
		NOTE:	Although this assay may be used to detect treponemal antibody in CSF, the VDRL is the recommended method.
	Laboratory Notes:
		Send 1.0 mL (minimum 0.1 mL) of CSF refrigerated.
		NOTES:	1.	Test Name FTA, CSF
			2.	Focus Test Code #63486
	Reference Values:
		Non-Reactive
	Day(s) Test Set Up:
		Monday – Friday
	Cut-Off Time:
	Turn Around Time:
		2-6 days
	CPT Code:
		86781
	Care Manager Order Name:
		Fluorescent Treponemal Ab, Absorbed, CSF ONCE RTN
	KIDDOS Order Name:
		Fluorescent Treponemal Antibody Absorbed CSF
	Cerner Order Name:
		FTA Abs CSF

Last Updated 12/08