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HelpTest Code RUBABM Measles (Rubeola) Virus Antibody, IgM and IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
| Mayo | ROGM |
| Epic ID | LAB2702 |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
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 a plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.6 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Transport refrigerated.
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Method Name
ROM: Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
ROPG: Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROM | Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgM, S | Yes | Yes |
| ROPG | Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgG, S | Yes | Yes |
Useful For
Diagnosing measles virus infection
Determination of immune status of individuals to the measles virus using IgG antibody testing
Documentation of previous infection with measles virus in an individual without a previous record of immunization to measles virus
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReference Values
IMMUNOGLOBULIN M
Negative
Reference values apply to all ages.
IMMUNOGLOBULIN G
Vaccinated: Positive (≥1.1 AI)
Unvaccinated: Negative (≤0.8 AI)
Reference values apply to all ages.
CPT Code Information
86765 x2