Test Code MUMPSG Mumps Virus Antibody, IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
ALAB: MUMPSG
Powerchart: Mumps Antibody, IgG
MA Cerner: Mumps Virus Antibody, IgG
Test Method
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay; BioRad BioPlex
Specimen Requirement
Serum is preferred, EDTA or heparinized plasma are also acceptable. Gel tubes are acceptable.
Additional Specimen Collection Information
Collect blood in a serum or plasma gel tube (EDTA or heparin).
- Minimum volume: 500 mcL
- Hemolysis: > 2+ not acceptable
- Lipemia: > 3+ must be ultracentrifuged
- Icterus: no significant interference noted
- Storage: specimen is stable for up to 7 days refrigerated;
freeze at -20oC for long term storage.
Thoroughly mix thawed specimens; it is also recommended to centrifuge thawed specimens to remove gross particulate matter. Avoid multiple freeze-thaw cycles (up to 3 cycles are acceptable).
Performance
Testing is performed Monday through Sunday.
Routine: Typically completed within 4 hours after the specimen
arrives at the testing site.
Reference Value
Positive (≥1.1 AI)
Positive: The presence of antibody suggests immunization or past or
current infection
CPT Code Information
86735 Antibody; Mumps virus, IgG
Useful For
- Determination of immune status of individuals to mumps virus
- Documentation of previous infection with mumps without a previous record of immunization to this virus
LOINC Code Information
6476-6 Mumps virus IgG Ab [Presence] in Serum by Immunoassay