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HelpTest Code Lab657 Measles IgG Antibody, Serum
Infectious
Methodology
Multiplex Flourescent Immunoassay
Literature Reference:
1. MMRV package insert, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. 12/2024
2. Black, FL. Measles and mumps. Manual of clinical laboratory immunology; 4th ed. Washington DC: American Society for Microbiology; 1992;596-9.
Performing Laboratory
Barnes-Jewish Hospital Laboratory
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Plain red top,Red/Grey SST or Gold SST
Specimen Volume: Full tube
Additional Information: IgM testing can be sent to a reference laboratory to aid in the detection of current or recent infection.
Specimen Transport Temperature
Ambient
Interpretive Data
Measles IgG
| Results | Interpretation |
| Negative | Results suggest individual is non immune and susceptible to the virus. |
| Equivocal | Presence of antibodies cannot be determined. Recommend follow up testing in 10-14 days if clinically indicated. |
| Positive | Results suggest response to immunization or prior exposure to the virus. |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Sunday 0700-1300
Turnaround Time:
STAT: not available
Routine: results available the day of testing
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86765
Additional Information
For BJH Laboratory Use Only
Alternative Specimen Sytpe: Plasma, Mint green (heparin)
Analyte Stability: Avoid hemolysis. Refer to analyte stability chart.
Laboratory Processing Instructions: Test performed in the Core Lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to OBS3 with a minimum of 1mL of plasma/serum. Completed specimens are stored refrigerated for 7 days.
LOINC Code Information
| Name | LOINC Code |
| Measles IgG, Serum | 35275-7 |
Reference Values
Measles IgG- Positve