Test Directory

Test Code
TORCM
Test Name
TORCH IgM Antibody Profile
CPT Codes
86645, 86695, 86696, 86762, 86778
Included Tests
  • Cytomegalovirus (CMV) IgM Antibody
  • Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) 1 IgM Antibody
  • Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) 2 IgM Antibody
  • Rubella IgM Antibody
  • Toxoplasma IgM Antibody
Expected Turnaround Time
4 - 7 days
Clinical Utility

Can be used to screen for TORCH antibodies; aid in the diagnosis of infections that could harm the unborn baby during pregnancy.

Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Serum

Preferred Collection Container: Gold Top, Serum Separator

Alternate Collection Container: Red Top, Separator

Minimum Acceptable Volume: 5.6 mL

Processing and Submission Instructions

Separator tubes: Contains clot activator and gel for separating serum from cells, but not anticoagulant. Separate serum from cells as soon as the clot has formed (30 minutes). If specimen is centrifuged before clotting is complete, a fibrin clot will form on top of the cell. This may cause the gel barrier to not be intact and could cause improper separation of serum and cells, possibly affecting test results.

Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated.

Stability Requirements

Refrigerated

48 hours

Methodology
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Reference Intervals
Performing Location
Roble Road Core Laboratory
Reference Lab
Labcorp Of America Holdings
Testing Schedule
Routine, 3 times per week