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HelpTest Code ROC Rubeola (Measles) Antibodies, IgG and IgM, Spinal Fluid
Reporting Name
Rubeola (Measles) Ab, IgG,IgM, CSFUseful For
Diagnosing central nervous system rubeola (measles) virus infection and/or subacute sclerosing panencephalitis
Specimen Type
CSFSpecimen Required
Container/Tube: Sterile vial
Specimen Volume: 0.25 mL
Collection Instructions: Submit specimen from collection vial number 2 (preferred), 3, or 4.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| CSF | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | OK |
Reference Values
IgG: <1:5
IgM: <1:10
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
86765 x 2
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ROC | Rubeola (Measles) Ab, IgG,IgM, CSF | 90254-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 5741 | Rubeola (Measles) Ab, IgG | 22501-1 |
| 5742 | Rubeola (Measles) Ab, IgM | In Process |
Method Name
Immunofluorescence Assay (IFA)
Report Available
1 to 4 daysForms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send Infectious Disease Serology Test Request (T916) with the specimen.