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Mumps Virus Antibody (IgM)
Test CodeMMPS1
Alias/See Also
36565
CPT Codes
86735<br /> **This test is not available for New York patient testing. For New York patients, please use test code 901435.**
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL
Transport Container
Plastic screw-cap vial
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Gross hemolysis • Gross lipemia
Methodology
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.
Setup Schedule
Set up: Tues-Sat; Report available: 1-3 days after receipt at the performing laboratory. Add two (2) days for transport.
Reference Range
Mumps Virus Antibody (IgM)
The presence of IgM antibody to mumps typically indicates recent or current mumps infection; however, false positive results may occur due to antibody cross reactivity to parainfluenza virus.
Titer | Interpretation |
<1:20 | Antibody not detected |
≥1:20 | Antibody detected |
Clinical Significance
Used in the diagnosis of acute mumps infection.
Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20153
Last Updated: June 22, 2023