Measles IgG (Rubeola)
Measles IgG (Rubeola)
Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure #: MCW0330A
CPT: 86765
| Synonym(s): | The Zeus ELISA for Detection of IgG Antibodies to Measles (Rubeola) in Human Sera |
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| Requisition Form | G2A |
| Test Description | An Enzyme Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA) to detect IgG antibodies to Measles (Rubeola) in human sera. |
| Pre-Approval Needed | N/A |
| Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
| Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
| Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Human |
| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing | Serum |
| Minimum Volume/Size Required | 200 uL |
| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping | Store sample at room temperature for no longer than 8 hours. Store between 2°C and 8°C for no longer than 48 hours. Store frozen at-20°C or colder if stored longer than 48 hours. |
| Transport Medium | N/A |
| Specimen Labeling | 2 specimen identifiers (Patient’s First and Last Name / DOB). Must match information on submission form (G2-A). |
| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements | Handled as infectious agent using universal precautions. Triple contained in accordance with federal shipping regulations for infectious agents. Additional forms & resources |
| Method | ELISA |
| Turn-around Time | 2 working days. |
| Interferences/Limitations | Material must be viable. Improper storage or shipping temperatures limit organism recovery |
| Common Causes for Rejection | Insufficient quantity, unacceptable specimen type or source, improper shipping conditions, expired media or collection container, discrepancies between specimen label and submission form, incomplete or missing submission form |
| Additional Information | N/A |