Mumps Virus IgM

Test Code: TD_4587
CPT Code(s): 86735

$29

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

N/A

Test Includes

Mumps Virus IgM

Methodology

Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)

Rejection Criteria

Hemolysis
Gross lipemia
Contaminated samples
Heat-inactivated samples
Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles

Reference Range(s)

“Mumps

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum separator tube

Minimum Volume

0.2 mL serum

Sample Stability

2 days room temperature
2 weeks refrigerated
1 year frozen

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

1 mL serum. Allow SST to clot in an upright position for
at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours
of collection. Refrigerate.
Note: parallel testing is preferred and convalescent samples
must be received within 30 days of receipt of acute samples.
Clearly label sample as acute or convalescent.

Alternative Specimen

N/A