Immunoglobulin G, Subclass 3
Also known as: IgG Subclass 3, IgG3
Use
Evaluate immunodeficiency syndromes; evaluate recurrent sinusitis and otitis media
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
This procedure is not suitable for samples containing rheumatoid factor, paraproteins, other circulating immune complexes (CICs), or for lipemic or hemolyzed samples due to the unpredictable degree of nonspecific light scatter these sample types may generate. Additionally, the results from measuring IgG subclasses should not be used in assessing atopy in allergic patients.
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
IgG Subclass 3
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 2468-7 - IgG3 Ser-mCnc
- 2468-7 - IgG3 Ser-mCnc
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.4 mL
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Collection Instructions
Transfer specimen to a plastic transport tube.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature stability is 14 days.
Causes for Rejection
Gross lipemia; hemolysis
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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