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5200 Harry Hines Blvd.
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Dallas
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TX
75235
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General Information
Performed: Mon-Fri
Turn Around Time: 2-5 days
CPT Codes: 86735
Performed By: Referral Lab
Notes:
Clinical Utility:
0.79 IV or less: Negative - No significant level of detectable IgM antibody to Mumps virus
0.80-1.20 IV: Equivocal - Borderline levels of IgM antibody to Mumps virus. Repeat testing in 10-14 days may be helpful
1.21 IV or greater: Positive - Presence of IgM antibody to Mumps virus detected, which may indicate a current or recent infection. However, low levels of IgM antibody may occasionally persist for more than 12 months post-infection or immunization.
Link:
Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM
Components
Name |
Method |
Sex |
Age Range |
Ref. Range Low |
Ref. Range High |
Units |
Mumps IgM Ab |
Semi-Quantitative Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay |
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Specimen Requirements
Type |
Container |
Volume |
Units |
Collection / Delivery |
Storage / Transport |
Off Campus |
Blood |
Red with Gel, 5mL |
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Room Temperature |
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