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HelpTest Code MUMPM Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM
Clinical Indications
Aid in the diagnosis of suspected mumps infection.
Additional Test Codes
Epic Order Name: MUMPS AB IGM (aka MUMPM)
Sunquest Order Code: MUMPM
Epic Px Code: LAB2389
Specimen Collection Type
Preferred: Gold
Acceptable: Red
Minimum Collection Volume
0.2 mL
Reference Range
0.79 IV or less: Negative – No significant level of
detectable IgM antibody to Mumps virus.
0.80-1.20 IV: Equivocal – Borderline levels of IgM antibody
to Mumps virus. Repeat testing in 10-14 days may be helpful.
1.21 IV or greater: Positive – Presence of IgM antibody to
Mumps virus detected, which may indicate a current or recent
infection. However, low levels of IgM antibody may occasionally
persist for more than 12 months post-infection or immunization.
Critical Value
N/A
Interpretation
N/A
Rejection Criteria
Contaminated, hemolyzed, heat-inactivated, or severely lipemic specimens.
Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing
2 Days
Specimen Stability
Refrigerated (preferred): 2 weeks
Ambient: 48 hours
Frozen: 1 year
Day(s) Performed
Mon-Fri
Performing Lab- Department
TUKHS-BH-Mail Outs
CPT Code
86735
LOINC Code
25419-3
Test Alias
Mumps IgM
Mumps IgM Antibody, IFA (Serum)
Mumps Serology
Additional Information / Notes
N/A