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HelpTest Code RUBEM Rubella Antibody, IgM
Additional Codes
Epic EAP: LAB865
Epic Description: RUBELLA ANTIBODY, IGM
Synonym
German Measles IgM
Specimen Type
Blood
Specimen Required
| Collection Container | Preferred Volume | Minimum Volume | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preferred |
Gold, Clot Activator with Inert Gel |
5.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
| Alternate | Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel | 5.0 mL | 2.0 mL |
Instructions for Collection and Transport
Acute and convalescent samples must be labeled as such. Parallel testing is preferred and convalescent samples must be received within 30 days of receipt of the acute sample.
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial ASAP. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
Aliquot Requirements
Serum
Optimum 1.0 mL
Minimum 0.2 mL
Performing Lab
Sendout Lab
Reference Lab: ARUP Laboratories, Referral code: 50551
Assay Frequency
Sunday – Saturday
Routine Turnaround Time
2 days, excluding weekends and holidays.
CSR Storage Requirements
Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum into plastic vial ASAP. Transport to laboratory. Refrigerate if holding overnight.
CPT Code Information
86762