Immunoglobulin M

Test information: One of the five classes of immunoglobulins; a large molecule, it is found in blood and is involved in combating blood infections and in triggering immunoglobulin G production.

Specimen Type(s)

• Blood;

Other Acceptable Specimen Type(s)

N/A

Specimen Container - Adult

• Gold Top SST BD;

Specimen Container - Paediatric

• Clear - Plain;

Analytes

• N/A;

Part of a test profile?

Immunoglobulins

Volume (min) of sample to be sent to laboratory

4ml

Patient Preparation, Sample Handling and Transport

N/A

Maximum add on time

5 days

Units and Reference Ranges / Interpretation

RR for Male and Female less than 15days - 0.10-0.40 g/L 15day to less than 13wks - 0.10-0.70 g/L 13wk to less than 1yr - 0.20-0.90 g/L RR for Female - 1yr to less than 19yrs - 0.50-1.90 g/L RR for Male - 1yr to less than 19yrs - 0.40-1.50 g/L RR for Female - 19yrs & above - 0.33 - 2.93 g/L RR for Male - 19yrs & above - 0.22 - 2.40 g/L

UKAS number

8869

UKAS accredited test?

Yes

Comments

N/A

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