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HelpTest Code ROM Measles (Rubeola) Antibodies, IgM, Serum
Ordering Guidance
This assay tests only for IgM-class antibody. For both IgM and IgG antibody testing, see ROGM / Measles (Rubeola) Virus Antibody, IgM and IgG, Serum.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube, 5 mL (T914)
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Children's Mercy Hospital
Note:
CMH COLLECTION: 2 mL in red gel vacutainer
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Useful For
Determining acute-phase infection with rubeola (measles) virus using IgM antibody testing
Aiding in the identification of nonimmune individuals through IgM antibody testing
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReporting Name
Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgM, SReference Values
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
CPT Code Information
86765