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HelpTest ID BLOD0135 Measles (Rubeola) IgG Antibody, Immune Status
AKA
Immune Status, Hard Measles, Paramyxovirus
Specimen Type/Requirements
Red top (Serum w/out gel) tube - Serum
Gold top (Serum w/gel) tube - Serum
This test requires its own frozen aliquot.
Test is affected by hemolysis, lipemia and icterus.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.5 mL |
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not Acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | |
| Frozen | Greater than 7 days | Preferred for transport |
Additional Information
Rubeola is measles. Also known as the 'hard measles’.
Caused by the measles virus (paramyxovirus).
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Methodology
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
CPT
86765
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
Report Available
1 - 3 days