Test Code RUBG Measles (Rubeola), IgG, Serum
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Specimen Requirements
Draw blood in a plain, red-top tube(s) or a serum gel tube(s). Spin down and send 1 mL of serum refrigerated.
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type |
Temperature |
Time |
Serum |
Refrigerated, spun |
7 days |
Reference Values
Negative (No IgG antibodies specific to rubeola detected. Patient is presumed not to have had a previous exposure to measles through infection or vaccination.)
Equivocal (Equivocal results. Obtain an additional specimen for re-testing.)
Positive (IgG antibody to rubeola detected. This may indicate that the patient was exposed to measles through infection or vaccination.)
Reject Due To
Hemolysis |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Lipemia |
Mild: |
ok |
Gross: |
ok |
Icterus |
Mild: |
NA |
Gross: |
NA |
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
CPT Coding
86765
Secondary ID
HHA1461
Performing Laboratory
Huntsville Hospital Laboratory
LOINC Coding
Test Name | LOINC Code |
---|---|
Measles (Rubeola), IgG, Serum |
20479-2 |