Measles Antibody IgM to Washington State Lab (Sendout)
General Information
Lab Name
Lab Code
913
Epic Name
Order as "Lab Undefined Order"
External Test Id
Measles IgM, EIA
Description
Useful For: This test is used for suspected cases of acute disease. For PCR testing, see Measles PCR to Washington State Lab (Sendout).
Ordering Requirements:
- Pre-approval required. Providers must consult the Local Health Jurisdiction (LHJ) epidemiologist of the patient's county of residence prior to sample submission. If testing is recommended, LHJ staff will notify Washington State Department of Health (DOH) Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology (CDE). Samples that arrive at WAPHL without prior approval may be discarded without notice.
- Seattle King Co. Public Health Epidemiologist: 206-296-4774 (For residents outside of King County, use the "Interactive Map of LHJ Websites" link below for contact information.)
- WA DOH Office of Communicable Disease Epidemiology (CDE): 206-418-5500
***Notification 10/10/2024: Due to a nation-wide reagent shortage, Measles IgM testing is not currently performed at WA PHL. Approved orders may still be sent to PHL, who will forward specimens to CDC for testing with a turnaround time of 7 days.***
References
- WA PHL Test Menu
- WA State Interactive Map of LHJ Websites
Interpretation
Ordering & Collection
Specimen Type
Collection
3 mL blood in RED TOP tube or GOLD SST
WA DOH Specimen Collection and Submission Instructions: Measles IgM
Note: Optimal timing depends on immunization history. Consultation with the Local Health Jurisdiction is recommended.
Handling Instructions
Outside Laboratories (Washington State Only):
- Providers must obtain permission from the local county public health epidemiologist prior to submitting a sample. If sender is unable to complete an electronic order in the WA DOH ETOR portal, the following information is required: ordering provider name and NPI, patient full name, dob, sex, and address. Include the name of the person approving testing at the LHJ.
- Centrifuge sample and aseptically transfer serum to a sterile aliquot within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate serum while awaiting shipment. Transport with a cold pack.
- Note: If shipment is delayed, freeze serum at -20°C and transport on dry ice.
Stability: Refrigerated: 48 hours; Freeze at -20°C for longer term storage. Ambient: Unacceptable.
Quantity
requested: 1 mL serum
minimum: 0.6 mL serum
Processing
Centrifuge sample and aseptically transfer serum to a sterile aliquot within 2 hours of collection. Refrigerate serum.
- If sample will not arrive at WPHL within 48 hours of collection, freeze serum at -20°C.
Login: SEND1-;REFRIG
- RSNDT1: WPHL
- RSTYP1: SRM
- RTSRQ1: ;Measles Antibody IgM
Sendouts:
- Place the order in the WA DOH ETOR (Electronic Test Ordering & Results Portal).
- Manual requisitions are no longer accepted by WAPHL.
- Order Test: Measles IgM, EIA under "WA Virology." Enter a separate order for each sample type received.
- Print the resulting requisition and package it with the sample.
- Send samples to WPHL via DLMP or Delivery Express courier.
Stability: Refrigerated: 48 hours; Freeze at -20°C for longer term storage. Ambient: Unacceptable.
Performance
LIS Dept Code
Performing Location(s)
| Sendout |
Washington State Public Health Laboratory
206-418-5400 1610 NE 150th St. |
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Frequency
Performed as needed. Turnaround Time: 2-5 days.
Available STAT?
Yes, by arrangement with Department of Health Communicable Disease Epidemiology.
Billing & Coding
CPT codes
LOINC