Category: OTHER IMMUNOLOGY | Code: K3013
IgM
Function
This test is used to diagnose elevated IgM associated with Waldenstrom macroglobulinemia, infectious mononucleosis, viral infections, nephrotic syndrome, and estrogen therapy. Meanwhile, decreased IgM was found in selective IgM deficiency, Bruton's disease and acquired immune deficiency.
| Test Schedule | Estimated Test Result | Container | Substance | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday < 10 am | Thursday (afternoon) | Plain | Serum, 1 mL | 7 days, 2-8⁰C |
Condition
Not lysate and not lipemic
Method
Immunoturbidimetric
Score Reference
Cord Blood: 6-25 mg/dL 1-28 days: 10-50 mg/dL 1-3 months: 10-72 mg/dL 4-6 months: 12-86 mg/dL 7-11 months: 13-120 mg/dL 1 years: 23-130 mg/dL 2 years: 25-135 mg/dL 3-5 years: 26-150 mg/dL 6-8 years: 25-150 mg/dL 9-11 years: 40-160 mg/dL 12-16 years: 41-170 mg/dL ≥17 years: 50-300 mg/dL