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Test ID: MMPM    
Mumps Virus Antibody, IgM, Serum

Method Description Describes how the test is performed and provides a method-specific reference

The SeraQuest mumps IgM is an enzyme capture method. Diluted samples are incubated in wells coated with anti-human IgM monoclonal antibodies. If present, IgM antibodies are captured in the wells. Wells are washed, removing excess sample. Conjugate-antigen complex (mumps antigen in a complex with monoclonal antibodies conjugated to horseradish peroxidase) is added and wells are incubated. IgM antibodies specific for the antigen will bind the conjugate. Wells are washed, removing excess conjugate. Peroxidase substrate is added and wells are incubated. Stop solution is added converting the substrate to a yellow end product which is read photometrically.(Package insert: Mumps IgM, SeraQuest, 1938 NE 148th Terrace, North Miami, FL 33181)

Day(s) and Time(s) Test Performed Outlines the days and times the test is performed. This field reflects the day and time the sample must be in the testing laboratory to begin the testing process and includes any specimen preparation and processing time required before the test is performed. Some tests are listed as continuously performed, which means assays are performed several times during the day.

Monday through Friday; 4 p.m.

Analytic Time Defines the amount of time it takes the laboratory to setup and perform the test. This is defined in number of days. The shortest interval of time expressed is "same day/1 day," which means the results may be available the same day that the sample is received in the testing laboratory. One day means results are available 1 day after the sample is received in the laboratory.

Same day/1 day

Maximum Laboratory Time Defines the maximum time from specimen receipt at Mayo Medical Laboratories until the release of the test result

4 days

Specimen Retention Time Outlines the length of time after testing that a specimen is kept in the laboratory before it is discarded

14 days

Performing Laboratory Location The location of the laboratory that performs the test

Rochester