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HelpTest Code IGM IMMUNOGLOBULIN M (IgM), SERUM
Additional Codes
| Software | Test Code |
|---|---|
| Label Text | IGM |
| EPIC | LAB72 |
Performing Laboratory
NorDx Laboratories
Useful For
Detecting or monitoring monoclonal gammopathies and immune deficiencies
Method Name
Turbidimetric Immunoassay
Reference Values
0 - 1 year: 0 - 145 mg/dL
> 1 - 4 years: 19 - 146 mg/dL
> 4 - 7 years: 24 - 210 mg/dL
> 7 - 10 years: 31 - 208 mg/dL
> 10 - 12 years: 31 - 179 mg/dL
> 12 - 14 years: 35 - 239 mg/dL
> 14 - 16 years: 15 - 188 mg/dL
> 16 - 20 years: 23 - 259 mg/dL
> 20 - 115 years: 40 - 300 mg/dL
Days and Times Test Performed
Monday through Sunday
Report Available
1 Day
Specimen Type
Serum
Preferred Container
Serum Separator Tube (SST)
Preferred Volume
Serum: 0.5 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Minimum Volume
Serum: 0.3 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))
Specimen Collection and Handling
Spin specimen, separate from clot and send refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type: Serum
Frozen: 3 Months
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Must be spun/separated within: 2 Hours
Add On Capable
Yes
Advance Beneficiary Notice Requirements
This test, when ordered on Medicare patients, is subject to the National Coverage Determination (NCD) policies. Please verify that the diagnosis code (ICD code) you have chosen demonstrates medical necessity for the test as documented in the physician’s patient record. The CMS web site is available to assist you with this verification. A properly executed Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN) must be submitted with the specimen if medical necessity is not demonstrated by the ICD code chosen.
CPT Code Information
|
CPT Code |
CPT Description |
CPT Disclaimer |
|---|---|---|
| 82784 | Gammaglobulin (Immunoglobulin); IgA, IgG, IgM, Each |
Performing Laboratory Location
NorDx Laboratories
LOINC Code Information
2472-9
Acceptable Alternative Container(s)
Plasma Separator Tube (PST)
Red Top Tube