Rubella Antibody, IgM, Confirmatory
| Abbrev Code: | ARMISC | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4909 | Order Name: | Send Outs Misc Test |
| Order Instructions: | Confirmatory test only. Rubella Antibody, IgM (RUIGM) is the preferred test. | ||
| Methodology: | Chemiluminescent immunoassay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 86762 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to the reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 24 hours. | ||
| Special Instructions: | Parallel testing is preferred. Label samples as acute or convalescent. Convalescent specimens must be received within 30 days from receipt of the acute specimens. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 2 mL |
| Minimum\Peds Volume: | 1.2 mL |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) Alternate Containers: Red (no gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Plasma or urine. Contaminated, heat-inactivated or grossly hemolyzed specimens. |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 1 mL, 0.5 mL minimum. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 50551 |
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| Use: | Confirmatory test for rubella antibody, IgM. |
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