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HelpTest Code SQ IMGMMM, EPIC LAB72 Immunoglobulin M (IgM), Serum
Reporting Name
Immunoglobulin M (IgM), SUseful For
Detecting or monitoring of monoclonal gammopathies and immune deficiencies
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Medical Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Ambient | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days |
Reference Values
0-<5 months: 26-122 mg/dL
5-<9 months: 32-132 mg/dL
9-<15 months: 40-143 mg/dL
15-<24 months: 46-152 mg/dL
2-<4 years: 37-184 mg/dL
4-<7 years: 37-224 mg/dL
7-<10 years: 38-251 mg/dL
10-<13 years: 41-255 mg/dL
13-<16 years: 45-244 mg/dL
16-<18 years: 49-201 mg/dL
≥18 years: 37-286 mg/dL
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; Continuously until 3 p.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
82784
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IGM | Immunoglobulin M (IgM), S | 2472-9 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IGM | Immunoglobulin M (IgM), S | 2472-9 |
Reject Due To
|
Hemolysis |
Mild OK; Gross OK |
|
Lipemia |
Mild OK; Gross reject |
|
Icterus |
Mild OK; Gross OK |
|
Other |
NA |
Method Name
Nephelometry
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Gastroenterology and Hepatology Test Request Form (T728) with the specimen (http://www.mayomedicallaboratories.com/it-mmfiles/gastroenterology-and-hepatology-test-request.pdf)