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Immunoglobulin M (IgM), serum

Test Code:

BC0182

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Gel separator tube (Adult)
Microtube (Paeds)

Specimen Requirement

Plain Blood
Adult: 3 mL
Paediatric: 1.3 mL


Invert blood 5 times after blood collection ensures the anticoagulant is well mixed with the blood. This will ensure results are reliable.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Method

 

Orderable as STAT?

No

Turn Around Time

Average: 4 hrs ( 3 - 5 hrs )

Reference Value(s)

0 - < 15 days : 0.10 – 0.40 g/L
15 days - < 13 weeks : 0.10 – 0.70  g/L
13 weeks - < 1 year : 0.20 – 0.90 g/L
1 year - < 19 years : 0.40 -1.50 g/L (Male)
1 year - < 19 years : 0.50 -1.90 g/L (Female)
19 years – 100 years : 0.22 -2.40 g/L (Male)
19 years – 100 years : 0.33 – 2.93 g/L (Female)
 

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Clinical Chemistry

Contact Number

6394 1383

Day and Time Performed

Mon - Fri: 0800 hrs to 1700 hrs
Sat: 0800 hrs - 1230 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Yes

Additional Information

Change History Notes

Others

Keywords

Immunoglobulin M (IgM), serum BC0182
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