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