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HelpTest Code LAB5123 Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM, Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Reporting Name
Mumps Ab, IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
Specimen Retention Time
14 daysReport Available
1 to 7 daysReference Values
Negative: Index value 0.00-0.79
Reference value applies to all ages.
Useful For
Laboratory diagnosis of mumps virus infection
CPT Code Information
86735
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MMPM | Mumps Ab, IgM, S | 6478-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MUMP1 | Mumps Ab, IgM, S | 6478-2 |
| DEXM | Index Value | 25419-3 |
Supportive Data
SeraQuest mumps IgM test kit showed a sensitivity of 97.3% and a specificity of 96.6% when 160 specimens were tested in parallel with a reference method.
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.