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Immunoglobulin M (IgM)

Order Code
16351
CPT
82784
Test Details
Synonyms

IgM, Serum IgM

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

Immunoturbidimetric

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Quantitative IgM. Elevated in acute infections.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 4 months
Order Code
16351
CPT
82784
Test Details
Synonyms

IgM, Serum IgM

TAT

24 hours

Methodology

Immunoturbidimetric

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

Daily

Test Overview

Quantitative IgM. Elevated in acute infections.

Specimen Type

Serum

Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Container

Red top tube or Gel barrier tube

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 4 months