Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM) Quantitative

Message
Test performed by Arup Laboratory
Initial test for suspected immunoglobulin disorder.


Test Code
0050630


CPT Codes
82784x3

Preferred Specimen


Plasma
Sodium Heparin or Lithium Hep (gel separator tubes acceptable)




Minimum Volume
1 ml


Instructions
Separate plasma from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection.


Transport Container
Green Top Tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerated


Specimen Stability
Ambient: 8hours
Refrigerated: 8 days
Frozen: 1 year (if frozen within 24 hours)


Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
Hemolysis


Methodology
Quantitative Nephelometry

Setup Schedule
Sunday - Saturday




The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.