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HelpTest Code MMPM Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM, Serum
Test Down Notes
Effective April 21, 2025; This test is temporarily unavailable due to due to a reagent backorder. The downtime is expected to be approximately 3 weeks. See test notification here.
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt Aliquot Tube 5 mL (T914)
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
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Negative: Index value 0.00-0.79
Reference value applies to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday
CPT Code Information
86735
Report Available
1 to 7 daysSpecimen Retention Time
14 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |