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HelpTest Code MMPM Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM, Serum
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
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) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Useful For
Laboratory diagnosis of mumps virus infection
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Report Available
1 to 7 daysReporting Name
Mumps Ab, IgM, SReference Values
Negative: Index value 0.00-0.79
Reference value applies to all ages.
Method Name
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86735