Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF) IgG Serology

Important Note

Specific test mnemonic unavailable - Micro staff will order as a Miscellaneous Bacteriology Test

Colorado Tick Fever testing will be automatically performed on all requests for RMSF

Infectious

Specimen Type: 1 mL serum

* paired acute and convalescent serum are recommended

Container / Tube: RED top blood tube

86757: Antibody, Rickettsia

86790: Antibody, virus, not elsewhere specified

Specimens are transported to the Montana Public Health Laboratory in Helena Monday thru Friday prior to testing.

Days Performed: Varies Monday through Friday

Turn-around Time: Specimens are routinely batch tested once per week

Transport Temperature: 2 - 30°C (Refrigeration preferable)