Alpha Medical Lab

Immunoglobulins (IgG, IgA, IgM)

Ordered Test Code:

IG

Lab Test Component Requirement
Test Name Immunoglobulins (IgG, IgA, IgM)
Alpha’s Order Test Code IG
Specimen Collection Tube SST/2mL
Collection Tube Handling
Minimum Volume 0.5mL
Transport Temperture Refrigerated
Stability Refrigerated: 7 days; Frozen: 90 days
Collection Instructions 2mL serum

Clinical Significance

Elevations of IgG, A and/or M are seen in generalized hypergammaglobulinemia, chronic inflammatory conditions and in lymphoproliferative diseases such as multiple myeloma, lymphoma and leukemias. Decreased levels are found in immunodeficiency states, generalized hypogammaglobulinemia and in unrecognized pediatric patients.

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a. 227 North Greenwood Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901

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a. 11904 Kanis Rd, H1, Little Rock, AR 72211

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