MUMPS ANTIBODY (IgG), SERUM - NorDx Test Catalog

Additional Codes

Software	Test Code
Label Text	MUMPS
EPIC	LAB160

Performing Laboratory

NorDx Laboratories

Clinical Significance

The presence of demonstrable IgG generally indicates immunity acquired naturally or via immunization.

Useful For

Detecting IgG antibody to mumps virus

Method Name

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay (CLIA)

Reference Values

Negative: Negative for mumps IgG antibodies, presumed non-immune to mumps infection

Equivocal: Equivocal for mumps IgG antibodies, suggest retesting in 10 – 14 days if clinically indicated

Positive: Positive for mumps IgG antibodies, presumed immune

Days and Times Test Performed

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Report Available

Up to 4 days

Specimen Type

Serum

Preferred Container

Serum Separator Tube (SST)

Preferred Volume

Serum: 1 mL (Serum Separator Tube (SST))

Minimum Volume

Serum: 0.5 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

Note: Freeze at-20 for long term storage

Acceptable Alternative Container(s)

Red Top Tube

Add On Capable

Yes

CPT Code Information

CPT Code	CPT Description	CPT Disclaimer
86735	Mumps Antibody

Performing Laboratory Location