Test Code LAB801 Measles IgM, EIA
Clinical System Name
Measles IgM, EIA
Sample Requirements
Please call the State Epidemiologist at (206) 418-5500 to confirm the correct specimen type(s) required for your patient.
Specimen: Blood
Container(s): Red, Gold SST, Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 4 mL
Minimum Vol: 2 mL
Note: Collect at illness. For optimal isolation, collect within 72 hours of symptom onset.
Note: Refer to the Washington State Department of Health's Measles IgM Instructions (WA DOH)
Processing Instructions
Reject due to:
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: -70 C
Storage Location: CPA -70 Freezer, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: SCH Clinics ONLY. Ship frozen.
Stability
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
---|---|---|
Room Temp | Unacceptable | |
Refrigerated | < 72h | |
Frozen | > 72h |
Performing Laboratory
Washington State Department of Health
Public Health Laboratories
1610 NE 150th
Shoreline, WA 98155
Phone Number: (206) 418-5400
Epidemiologist's Phone Number: (206) 418-5500
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
Send Out Instructions
Reference Lab Test Name: | Measles, IgM EIA |
Reference Lab Test Number: | N/A |
Instructions: |
ALL Measles IgM samples are treated as STAT. Send via Delivery Express to State Lab at 1610 NE 150th Street, Shoreline, WA 98155. State Lab can be reached at (206) 418-5400.
Business Hours (0800 AM - 1630 PM): Contact the Send Outs Department at ext. 7-2563.
After Hours, Weekends, and Holidays: Contact the Lab Leader On Call to determine specimen handling. |