Test Code LAB12607 Mumps Virus IgG Antibody
Department
SEND OUTS
Reference Lab Test Number
MUMG
Refer To
Primary Collection Container
Gold (SST)
Alternate Collection Container
Red (No Gel)
Transport
Serum refrigerated
Preferred Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Processing
Centrifuge, separate and send 0.5 mL in a screw-capped plastic vial.
Stability
Ambient: 8 hours
Refrigerated: 9 days
Frozen: 14 days
Minimum Testing Volume
0.3 mL
Reference Range
<9.0 Negative: No antibody detected
9.0-10.9 Equivocal: Repeat testing in 10-14 days may be helpful
≥11.0 Positive: IgG antibody to Mumps detected which may indicate current or previous exposure/immunization to Mumps
Methodology
Chemiluminescence
Performed
Monday – Friday
Reported
4 Days
CPT Codes
86735