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HelpTest Code LAB1153 Immunoglobulin M (IgM), Plasma or Serum
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| IGM | LAB1153 | IGM |
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Preferred:
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Separate serum from cells within 2 hours of draw.
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Alternate:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Light-green top (lithium heparin gel)
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
Collection Instructions: Separate plasma from cells within 2 hours of draw.
Additional Information: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Ambient 8 hours OK/Frozen NO
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
SMDC Clinical Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
82784
Reference Values
0-14 days: 5-35 mg/dL
15 days-13 weeks: 12-71 mg/dL
13 weeks-1 year: 16-86 mg/dL
1-18 years: 39-186 mg/dL
Adult: 40-275 mg/dL