IGGSUB
IGG Subclasses (1-4)
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3562
Synonyms:
IGG1
IGG2
IGG3
IGG4
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Required Patient Info:
The patient's age must be on the request form.
Container Type:
Red top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
3 mL
Minimum Volume:
1.8 mL
Specimen Processing:
Transfer the serum to a plastic transport tube.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Frozen - 13 days
Refrigerated - 7 days
Room temperature - 3 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Specimens that are hemolyzed or have gross lipemia will be rejected.
CPT Codes:
82784 - IgG Serum (EAP 30040513)
82787x4 - IgG Subclass 1 (EAP 30040514)
Method:
Immunologic