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Reporting Name
Immunoglobulin D (IgD), SUseful For
Providing information on the humoral immune status
Identifying an IgD monoclonal gammopathy
Specimen Type
SerumOrdering Guidance
To distinguish between polyclonal and monoclonal IgD, order PEISO / Protein Electrophoresis and Isotype, Serum.
Specimen Required
Supplies: Sarstedt 5 mL Aliquot Tube (T914)
Patient Preparation: Fasting preferred but not required
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum gel
Acceptable: Red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge and aliquot serum into plastic vial.
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
| Frozen | 28 days | ||
| Ambient | 21 days |
Reference Values
≤10 mg/dL
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved, or is exempt by the US 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
82784
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IGD | Immunoglobulin D (IgD), S | 2460-4 |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| IGD | Immunoglobulin D (IgD), S | 2460-4 |
Report Available
1 to 3 daysReject Due To
| Gross hemolysis | OK |
| Gross lipemia | Reject |
| Gross icterus | OK |
| Heat-activated specimen | Reject |
Method Name
Turbidimetry