Test directory: West Nile Virus, IgM Serum - DOH

Ordering Code 5511
Test Name West Nile Virus, IgM Serum - DOH
Alias WNV, IgM
Preferred Specimen Serum
Preferred Container SST (Gold)
Other Specimen/Container Serum in Plain (Red)
Optimum Volume 1.5 mL
Handling Instructions Form 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 Requirements Oahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen Stability Refrigerated: 4 Days
Rejection Criteria Leaking specimen, Whole blood or heparinized blood
Avail. Stat NO
Methodology ELISA
Reference Lab  Dept of Health

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of June 29, 2025.
Component Age Male Norm Male Critical Low Male Critical High Female Norm Female Critical High Female Critical Low Units Add'l info
West Nile Virus, IgM ALL See report.
Interpretation ALL See report.
Date Reported ALL See report.