ARUP's Laboratory Test Directory

Immunoglobulin A, Saliva : 0050525

Mnemonic: SEC

Methodology: Nephelometry
Performed: Sun-Sat
Reported: Within 24 hours
Specimen Required: Collect:  Saliva.

Transport:  1 mL saliva at 2-8°C. (Min: 0.4 mL)  Submit specimen in an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.

Pediatric Collection/Transport:  0.3 mL saliva at 2-8°C.

Remarks:  Centrifuge and separate to remove cellular material.

Stability:  Ambient: 8 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 1 year (if frozen within 24 hours)
Reference Interval:
Male: 4.0-24.0 mg/dL
Female: 5.0-28.0 mg/dL
CPT Code(s): 82784
 
 

 

 

 
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