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HelpTest Code IGD Immunoglobulin D (IgD), Serum
Ordering Guidance
To distinguish between polyclonal and monoclonal IgD, order PEISO / Protein Electrophoresis and Isotype, Serum.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Patient Preparation: Fasting preferred but not required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in red gel vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 21 days |
Useful For
Providing information on the humoral immune status
Identifying an IgD monoclonal gammopathy
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-activated specimen | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReporting Name
Immunoglobulin D (IgD), SReference Values
≤10 mg/dL
Method Name
Turbidimetry
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
82784