MAG
Myelin Associated Glycoprotein Antibody, IgM
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3700
Synonyms:
MAG Antibody
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red top (Preferred), serum gel
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Specimen Processing:
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Refrigerated: 28 days
Frozen: 28 days
Room Temperature: 72 hours
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross Hemolysis: Reject
Gross Lipemia: Reject
CPT Codes:
83520 - Myelin Assoc Glycoprotein MAG IgM (EAP 30021487)
Test Schedule:
Tuesday, Friday
Turnaround Time:
3-7 days
Method:
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)