Test Code IGD Immunoglobulin D (IgD), Serum
Reporting Name
Immunoglobulin D (IgD), SUseful For
Providing important information on the humoral immune status.
Performing Laboratory

Specimen Type
SerumAdvisory Information
MPSS / Monoclonal Protein Studies, Serum should be performed to distinguish between polyclonal and monoclonal IgD.
Specimen Required
Patient Preparation: Fasting preferred but not required
Container/Tube:
Preferred: Red top
Acceptable: Serum gel
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Specimen Stability Information
Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
---|---|---|---|
Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 28 days | |
Frozen | 28 days | ||
Ambient | 21 days |
Reference Values
≤10 mg/dL
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; Continuously until 3 p.m.
Test Classification
This test has been cleared, approved or is exempt by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is used per manufacturer's instructions. Performance characteristics were verified by Mayo Clinic in a manner consistent with CLIA requirements.CPT Code Information
82784
LOINC Code Information
Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
IGD | Immunoglobulin D (IgD), S | 2460-4 |
Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
---|---|---|
IGD | Immunoglobulin D (IgD), S | 2460-4 |
Reject Due To
Gross hemolysis | OK |
Gross lipemia | Reject |
Gross icterus | OK |
Method Name
Nephelometry