T-SPOT®.TB
- $145.95
The following is a list of what is included in the item above. Click the test(s) below to view what biomarkers are measured along with an explanation of what the biomarker is measuring.
NEGATIVE CONTROL
PANEL A SPOT COUNT
PANEL B SPOT COUNT
POSITIVE CONTROL
T-SPOT.TB
The T-SPOT®.TB test contains 1 test with 5 biomarkers .
Clinical Significance
T-SPOT®.TB - The T-SPOT®.TB test is an in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of effector T cells that respond to stimulation by Mycobacterium tuberculosis antigens ESAT-6 and CFP 10 by capturing interferon gamma (IFN-g) in the vicinity of T cells in human whole blood collected in lithium heparin. It is intended for use as an aid in the diagnosis of M.tuberculosis infection. The T-SPOT®.TB test is an indirect test for M.tuberculosis infection (including disease) and is intended for use in conjunction with risk assessment, radiography and other medical and diagnostic evaluations.
Includes
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has provided guidance on clinical considerations for tuberculosis (TB) testing such as T-SPOT®.TB in conjunction with COVID-19 mRNA vaccines. Please refer to the T-SPOT®.TB FAQ link under Test Resources for more detailed information on the latest CDC guidelines regarding TB testing and COVID-19 vaccines.
Reference Range(s)
T-SPOT.TB | Negative |
Alternative Name(s)
TSPOT, IGRA, TBSPOT, T-SPOT.TB, T SPOT, TB,TB T Spot, TB SPOT, TB blood test