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HelpTest ID MAGES Myelin-Associated Glycoprotein Autoantibodies, IgM, Serum
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Reporting Name
MAG IgM, SSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days |
| Frozen | 28 days | |
| Ambient | 72 hours |
Report Available
2 to 6 daysPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Clinic Laboratories in Rochester
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| MAGES | MAG IgM, S | 39087-2 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| 607034 | MAG IgM, S | 39087-2 |
Forms
If not ordering electronically, complete, print, and send a Neurology Specialty Testing Client Test Request (T732) with the specimen.
Useful For
Evaluating peripheral neuropathy
Evaluating paraproteinemic neuropathy
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, FridayTest Classification
This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements. It has not been cleared or approved by the US Food and Drug Administration.CPT Code Information
83520
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Reference Values
<1500 Buhlmann Titer Unit