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Test Code LAB72 Immunoglobulin M (IgM)

Intended Use

Quantitative determination of Immunoglobulin M levels in human serum or plasma

Methodology

Turbidimetry

Performing Laboratory

RCH

Specimen Requirements

Preferred:Serum

Container/Tube:  Plain, red-top tube or Gold, serum gel tube

 

Acceptable: Plasma (heparinized)

Container/Tube: Lt Green/Mint top (lithium heparin) tube

 

Specimen Volume:  1.0 mL (minimum volume 0.1mL)

 

Collection Instructions:  Recommended 8-12 hour fast (not required). Avoid hemolysis and lipemia. Forward promptly.

Specimen Stability

Refrigerated: 3 days

Frozen ( -20C): > 3 days

Day(s) Test Set Up

Monday through Sunday

Test Classification and CPT Coding

82784