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HelpTest Code LAB5012 Rubella Screen, IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
| Test Name in EPIC | EPIC Test Code | Mnemonic |
|---|---|---|
| RUBELLA SCREEN | LAB5012 | RUBGG |
Methodology
Chemiluminescence Immunoassay (CLIA)
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.2 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Grossly hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens are not acceptable.
2. Separate serum from cells within 2 hours of draw.
3. If plunger filters are used, immediate removal of plasma is indicated unless an air gap can be created between the device and the specimen.
Additional Information:
1. Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerate 5 days/Frozen OK/Ambient 3 days
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday 7am to 2pm
Performing Laboratory
Chemistry-
SMDC Clinical Lab
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86762
Reference Values
Non immune: <0.9 IU/mL
Equivocal: 0.9-1.0 IU/mL (Patient should be retested with a new specimen.)
Immune: > 1.0 IU/mL