Test Code LAB1512 Immunoglobulin M
Aliases
IGM
Specimen Type
Serum/Plasma:
Purple Top Tube-EDTA (Preferred)
Light Green Top Tube-Lithium Heparin
Gold Top Tube-SST
Red Top Tube-Plain
Processing Instructions
CENTRIFUGE sample per procedure.
Store and send sample refrigerated via courier.
Specimen Volume
Preferred: 6.0 mL
Minimum: 1.5 mL
Temperature
Refrigerated
Sample Stability
Refrigerated: 7 days
TAT
Routine: 120 minutes
STAT: 60 minutes
Test Components
IGM
Reference Range
Contact lab for reference range.
CPT
82784
Performing Section
Chemistry