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HelpTest ID SRSV Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) Antibodies, IgG and IgM (Separate Determinations), Serum
Useful For
Aiding in the diagnosis of a recent respiratory syncytial virus infection
Method Name
Immunofluorescence
Reporting Name
Respiratory Syncytial Virus, IgG/MSpecimen Type
SerumContainer/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.15 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
Clinical Information
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is an important cause of human respiratory infection. It strikes most frequently and severely in the very young and is a common cause of bronchiolitis, pneumonia, or croup in young infants. Infections in older children and adults tend to be milder and to involve the upper respiratory tract. RSV infections are seasonal, from late fall to spring, and often occur in epidemic form.
Reference Values
IgG: <1:10
IgM: <1:10
Cautions
For low IgG antibody levels with no demonstrable IgM, it is recommended that a convalescent specimen be drawn in 2 to 4 weeks.
Not useful for diagnosis from spinal fluid.
Day(s) Performed
Tuesday, Friday; 9 a.m.
Report Available
Same day/1 dayPerforming Laboratory
Mayo Medical Laboratories in Rochester
Test Classification
This test has been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
86756 x 2