Test Code IGD Immunoglobulin D (IgD), Serum
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in RochesterSpecimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
To distinguish between polyclonal and monoclonal IgD, order PEISO / Protein Electrophoresis and Isotype, Serum.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Patient Preparation: Fasting preferred but not required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days | ||
Ambient | 21 days |
Reference Values
≤10 mg/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
CPT Code Information
82784
Report Available
1 to 3 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | OK |
Heat-activated specimen | Reject |