Test Directory

Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM)

Containers - Adult

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Brown Cap, Gel Clotted
Volume Range

1.0 ml

Additive per Container

None

Containers - Child

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Orange Cap - Paediatric
Volume Range

0.2 ml

Additive per Container

Lithium-heparin

Reference ranges

IgA 0.8 - 4.5 g/L

IgG 5.0 - 15.0 g/L

IgM 0.35 - 2.90 g/L

See IgA, IgG and IgM for paediatric reference ranges

Laboratory Site

WGH
Crewe Road South
Edinburgh
EH4 2XU
Telephone (Biochemistry): 0131 537 1910/1

Anticipated turnaround

7 days

General additional information

Immunoglobulin retesting is not normally indicated within two weeks, and repeat requests in this time will typically be rejected.