Test directory: West Nile Virus, IgM Serum - DOH

Ordering Code5511
Test NameWest Nile Virus, IgM Serum - DOH
AliasWNV, IgM
Preferred SpecimenSerum
Preferred ContainerSST (Gold)
Other Specimen/ContainerSerum in Plain (Red)
Optimum Volume1.5 mL
Handling InstructionsForm 81.3 and West Nile Virus Initial Case & Laboratory
Submission Report form must be completed by the client with specimen type/site date of onset travel history
Acute: 3-10 days after onset of symptoms
Convalescent: 2-3 weeks after acute sera drawn
Prior to sending to DOH, must notify Bioterrorism Lab at 363-3373 or 453-5990.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen StabilityRefrigerated: 4 Days
Rejection CriteriaLeaking specimen, Whole blood or heparinized blood
Avail. StatNO
MethodologyELISA
Reference Lab Dept of Health

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of November 21, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
West Nile Virus, IgMALLSee report.
InterpretationALLSee report.
Date ReportedALLSee report.