Immunoglobulin D, Quantitative
Also known as: Quantitative Immunoglobulin D
Use
Study patients for IgD myeloma and hyperimmunoglobulinemia D syndrome (HIDS)
Special Instructions
Overnight fasting is preferred, but not required before the collection of the specimen for this test. The test involves the collection of serum using a red-top tube or gel-barrier tube.
Limitations
The detection and quantitation of Immunoglobulin D using this method may be affected by sample quality. Hemolyzed or very lipemic specimens, and those containing particulate matter, may be rejected. As rare myelomas such as IgD-producing types are infrequent, the clinical utility of this test might be limited to specific contexts.
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 2460-4
- 2460-4
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Patient Preparation
Overnight fasting is preferred, but not required.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature stability for 14 days. Can also be refrigerated or frozen for up to 14 days.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed or very lipemic specimen; specimen containing particulate matter
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |