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HelpTest Code ROPG Measles (Rubeola) Antibodies, IgG, Serum
Reporting Name
Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgG, SUseful For
Determination of immune status of individuals to the measles virus
Documentation of previous infection with measles virus in an individual without a previous record of immunization to measles virus
Performing Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days | |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Reference Values
Vaccinated: positive (≥1.1 AI)
Unvaccinated: negative (≤0.8 AI)
Reference values apply to all ages.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Saturday; 9 a.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved or is exempt by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86765
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ROPG | Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgG, S | 77310-1 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| ROG | Measles (Rubeola) Ab, IgG, S | 35275-7 |
| DEXG3 | Measles IgG Antibody Index | 5244-9 |
Reject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | Reject |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | Reject |
| Heat-inactivated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
Multiplex Flow Immunoassay (MFI)
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Microbiology Test Request (T244) with the specimen.