Torch IgM Antibodies
Test Mnemonic
TORIGM
CPT Codes
- 86762 - QTY (1)
- 86778 - QTY (1)
- 86645 - QTY (1)
Aliases
- Cytomegalovirus (CMV) Antibody, IgM
- Rubella Antibody, IgM
- Toxoplasma gondii Antibody, IgM
Includes
- CMV IgM
- Toxoplasma IgM
- Rubella IgM
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated | Multiple specimen tubes must be collected for this panel. This tube is for tests: CMV, IgM (CMVMAB) and Toxoplasmosis IgM (TOXMAB). | |
| 1 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Refrigerated | Multiple specimen tubes must be collected for this panel. This tube is for test: Rubella IgM Antibody (RUBIGM). Separate from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer serum to standard aliquot tube. |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 mL | The aliquot for CMV, IgM (CMVMAB) and Toxoplasmosis IgM (TOXMAB) must have a minimum volume of 1.0 mL. The aliquot for Rubella IgM Antibody (RUBIGM) must have a minimum volume of 0.5 mL. |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | After separation from cells: 1 week |
| Frozen | After separation from cells: 2 weeks (Avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles) |
| Ambient | After separation from cells: 24 hours |
Days Performed
Sun - Sat
Turnaround Time
Refer to individual components
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Chemiluminescence Immunoassay (CLIA) |
Special Info
Performing Labs: Immunopathology (x49026), Client Services (x45755) - Vendor ARUP Refer to individual tests CMV, IgM (CMVMAB), Toxoplasmosis IgM (TOXMAB), and Rubella IgM Antibody (RUBIGM).