Test Code LAB160 Mumps IgG Antibody, Immune Status
AKA
Immune Status
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
This test requires its own frozen aliquot.
Test is affected by hemolysis, lipemia and icterus.
Specimen Volume
Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
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Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
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Refrigerated | 7 days | |
Frozen | Greater than 7 days | Preferred for transport |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
CPT
86735
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Useful For
For determination of IgG Class Abs to Mumps after immunization
with the vaccine to this virus.
The presence of IgG Class also indicates previous infection with
Mumps virus in a patient with no record of immunization.