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HelpTest Code LAB6503 Measles (Rubeola) Virus Antibody, IgM and IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
ROGM
Reporting Name
Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgM and IgG,SUseful 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
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 |
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
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 | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference 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.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
86765-Rubeola IgM
86765-Rubeola IgG
Report Available
Same day/1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
ROM: Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
ROPG: Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.