Test Overview
Clinical Utility
Mumps is an acute, usually self-limited systemic illness characterized by parotiditis, high fever and fatigue. One third of infections are asymptomatic.
Method
Various
Result Included
Mumps Virus Antibody (IgG); Mumps Virus Antibody (IgM)
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumVolume
Sample Volume
1.0 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send frozen.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | 7 days | 30 days |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hemolysis | Gross |
| Lipemia | Gross |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Mumps Virus Antibody (IgG)AU/mL<9.00 Negative
9.00 - 10.99 Equivocal
>10.99 Positive
Comment
A positive result indicates that the patient has antibody to mumps virus. It does not differentiate between an active or past infection. The clinical diagnosis must be interpreted in conjunction with clinical signs and symptoms of the patient.
-
Mumps Virus Antibody (IgM)Titer<1:20 Antibody not detected
≥1:20 Antibody detected
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MUMVAB | MUMPS VIRUS ANTIBODY (IGG) | 63041 | AU/mL |
| MUMPS VIRUS ANTIBODY (IGM) | 63042 | titer |
Test Version
Last Updated
2019-11-01