Immunoglobulin G (IgG)

Test Code: TD_2753

CPT Code(s): 82784

$19

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

IgG

Test Includes

Immunoglobulin G (IgG)

Methodology

Roche COBAS immunoturbidimetric gen 2

Rejection Criteria

Gross hemolysis

Reference Range(s)

Age specific ranges, Adult: 40-230 mg/dl

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Separator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.25 mL serum

Sample Stability

2 months room temperature
4 months refrigerated
6 months frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate.

Alternative Specimen

2 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate.