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Test ID:
IGA
Immunoglobulin A (IgA), Serum
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test Overview
Method
Turbidimetry
Analytical Platform
SPA Plus™
Result Included
Immunoglobulin A (IgA)
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumContainers
Collection Containers
Gold top (clot activator & gel)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Comment
One 0.5 mL specimen is sufficient for testing IgA, IgG and IgM at this lab.
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Separate as soon as possible to prevent hemolysis. Store and send frozen.
Additional Information
Provide date of birth and gender. The report will not include reference ranges when age and gender are not provided.
Stability
| Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|
| 3 days | 6 months |
Rejection Criteria
| Criteria | Specification |
|---|---|
| Hemolysis | Present |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
7 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Immunoglobulin A (IgA)g/L0 - 1 y: < 0.8
1 - 4 y: 0.2 - 1.0
4 - 7 y: 0.3 - 2.0
7 - 10 y: 0.3 - 3.1
10 - 14 y: 0.5 - 3.6
14 - 20 y: 0.5 - 3.5
> 20 y: 0.8 - 5.0mg/dL x 0.0100
Referral Location
Canada
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| IGA | IgA | 1622 | g/L |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-07-20