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HelpTest Code LAB2998 Measles Immune Status - Employee
Clinical System Name
Employee Measles Immune Status
Synonyms
E Meas IS
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole blood
Container(s): Gold SST, Red, Purple EDTA or Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 2 mL
Minimum Vol: 2 mL
Note: Enter employee ID number in Epic when prompted.
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2-8 C
Storage location: Transfer serum to plastic aliquot tube labeled with large Epic label. Store in FrigF rack.
Note: Minimum volume of 0.3 mL may be shared between E VZ IS, E RUB IS, E MUMPS IS, and E Meas IS
Off-site collection: Seattle Children's Locations only: Spin blood; send serum refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| serum | Room temp | |
| Refrigerated | 7 d | |
| Frozen | 1 m |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | M-F | 1-3 d |
Performing Laboratory
Seattle Children's Laboratory
Department
Department: Chemistry
Location: Chem East
Phone Number: (206)987-2617
Methodology
Method: Immunoassay on Bioplex 2200
Analytical Volume: 0.25 mL
Limitations:
Reference Range
| Reactive | Presumed immune |
| Equivocal | |
| Non-reactive (negative) | Presumed not immune |
Description
This test is for Seattle Children's employees only. Employees must complete the top section of the green Occupational Health request form before blood draw.