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HelpOrderable Name MMPGM Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM and IgG, Serum
Additional Codes
CNE Order Code: Mumps IgG/IgM
Useful For
Diagnosis of mumps virus infection
Determination of postimmunization immune response of individuals to the mumps vaccine
Documentation of previous infection with mumps virus in an individual with no previous record of immunization to mumps virus
Profile Information
| Test ID | Reporting Name | Available Separately | Always Performed |
|---|---|---|---|
| MMPM | Mumps Ab, IgM, S | Yes | Yes |
| MPPG | Mumps Ab, IgG, S | Yes | Yes |
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.9 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
IgM:
Negative: Index value 0.00-0.79
Reference value applies to all ages.
IgG:
Vaccinated: Positive (≥1.1 AI)
Unvaccinated: Negative (≤0.8 AI)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
MMPM: Tuesday
MPPG: Monday through Saturday
CPT Code Information
86735-Mumps, IgG
86735-Mumps, IgM
Report Available
1 to 7 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
MMPM: Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
MPPG: Multiplex Flow Immunoassay
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.