IMMUNOGLOBULIN M
Name: IMMUNOGLOBULIN M
Mnemonic: IGM
Container: Serum Separator, Plasma Separator
Handling: Volume: 1.0 ml serum or heparinized plasma
Centrifuge within 4 hours of collection
Stability: 2 months room temp, 4 months refrigerated, 6 months frozen
Methodology: Methodology: Immunoturbidimetr
Reported: Routine 4 hours
CPT: 82784
Department: Main Lab
Units: mg/dl
Note: If electrophoresis (SEP/IEP) is ordered, must have serum sample