Immunoglobulin M  (IGM)
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Synonyms:
| IgM |
Specimen: | Blood; (1) SST (serum separator) or Red (no preservative) top vacutainer tube. Patient should be fasting. |
Volume: | Full primary tube |
Minimum Volume: | 300 microLserum |
Collection: | If tube other than an SST is collected, transfer serum or plasma to a tightly capped plastic aliquot tube within 2 hours of collection for transport.
Refrigerate at 2-8°C for 8 days; freeze at -20°C within 24 hours of collection for up to 3 months. |
Rejection Criteria: | Improper labeling. |
Reference Range: | See report |
Methodology: | |
Test Use: | |
Additional Information: | No Additional Information Listed |
Testing Includes: | |
Testing Facility: | AnMed Laboratory |