Laboratory Fee Schedule
Procedure #: MCW0328A
CPT:86765
| Synonym(s): | antibodies, capture enzyme immunoassay, rubeola, serum, serology |
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| Requisition Form | G-2A |
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| Test Description | An IgM capture enzyme-linked Immunosorbent assay (ELISA) to detect the presence of IgM antibodies to measles virus in patients suspected of being infected with the measles virus. |
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| Pre-Approval Needed | N/A |
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| Supplemental Information Required | N/A |
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| Supplemental Form(s) | N/A |
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| Performed on Specimens from (sources) | Human |
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| Sample/Specimen Type for Testing | Serum |
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| Minimum Volume/Size Required | 1.0 mL |
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| Storage/Preservation Prior to Shipping | - Store specimens at 2°C to 8°C for up to 4 days.
- For storage longer than 4 days, store frozen at -20°C or colder
- Never freeze serum in serum separator tubes.
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| Transport Medium | N/A |
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| Specimen Labeling | - At least two patient-specific identifiers required on specimen (e.g., patient full name, date of birth, medical record number).
- Three unique patient identifiers are preferred.
- Patient identifiers on specimen label must exactly match identifiers on submission form. (e.g. abbreviated name on label and full name on form is not acceptable.)
- Additional DSHS Laboratory specimen labeling guidelines available online here.
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| Shipping and Specimen Handling Requirements | - Ship according to Dangerous Goods Regulations, IATA, and/or CFR 49.
- Category B Biological Substance, UN3373 shipping requirements apply.
- Submitters are responsible for packaging and shipping specimens according to regulatory requirements.
- Additional DSHS Laboratory specimen shipping guidelines online here.
- Ship overnight on cold packs if specimen will arrive at the Lab within 4 days of collection.
- Ship overnight on dry ice if specimen will arrive at the Laboratory more than 4 days after time of collection
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| Method | IgM capture ELISA |
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| Turn-around Time | 2 business days |
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| Interferences/Limitations | The absence of detectable IgM antibodies does not rule out the possibility of recent or current infection. |
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| Common Causes for Rejection | - insufficient specimen volume
- unacceptable specimen type or source
- improper storage or shipping conditions
- expired media or collection container used
- discrepancies between specimen label and submission form
- Incomplete or missing submission form
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| Additional Information | - Results must always be interpreted together with other clinical and diagnostic data
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