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Test Code Lab657 Rubeola (Measles), IgG, Serum

Infectious

Methodology

Multiplex Flourescent Immunoassay

Literature Reference:

1. MMRV package insert, Bio-Rad Laboratories, Inc. 02-2019

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
Nonreactive No detectable antibody to measles. Such individuals are presumed to be uninfected and susceptible to primary infection.
Equivocal Presence or absence of detectable measles antibody cannot be determined.  Submit new specimen if clinically indicated.
Reactive 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

Analyte stability: Specimens can be stored at 2-8° C for 7 days with no more than 3 freeze/thaw cycles prior to testing. They can be stored at -20° C for up 6 months.

Laboratory Processing Instructions:
Test performed in BJH Core Lab. Processed by automated line for delivery to AOB with a minimum of 1 mL of serum.  Completed specimens are stored refrigerated 2-8° C for up to 7 days.

LOINC Code Information

Name LOINC Code
Rubeola (Measles), IgG, Serum 35275-7