Test Directory
4265 Mumps Virus IgG Antibody
Specimen Type
Specimen Stability
Reference Range
Serum-SST or Red top tube
7 days 2-8°C
<0.9 Index Value; Negative for mumps IgG antibody, presumed non-immune to mumps infection;
=0.9-<1.1 Index Value; Equivocal, recommend retesting in 2 weeks if indicated;
=1.1 Index Value; Positive for mumps IgG antibody, presumed immune.
=0.9-<1.1 Index Value; Equivocal, recommend retesting in 2 weeks if indicated;
=1.1 Index Value; Positive for mumps IgG antibody, presumed immune.
Specimen Requirements
1.0 mL (minimum 0.5 mL) serum. Transport tubes at ambient temperature or refrigerated. Samples should be refrigerated if not tested immediately. Freeze samples at or below -20°C if the sample is not assayed within 24 hours.
Method
Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA)
Schedule
Mon, Wed, Fri
Turn-Around Time
3 days
Instructions/Notes
Clinical Utility
Aid in the diagnosis of Mumps infection. Serological determination immune status to Mumps virus (vaccination). Used to screen patients for exposure/immunity to the Mumps virus.
CPT Codes
86735
