Mumps: IgM detection of mumps virus in saliva by ELISA

Result

• Qualitative (negative, equivocal, positive)
• In case of equivocal, a follow-up sample will be requested.
• This test is not accredited.

Purpose of the test

Detection of IgM antibodies directed against Mumps virus in saliva by ELISA.

Criteria for conducting this test under the reference activities

• Diagnosis of a case with clinical indications.
• Confirmation

Unacceptable demands

• No epidemiologic or clinical indications of Mumps infection or outbreak.
• Epidemiological link to outbreak or cluster for which Mumps infection has already been confirmed for at least 5 cases.

Instructions for samples

• Type: Saliva (via Oracol® collection device, can be ordered from the NRC via LMM@sciensano.be) 
• Sample collection: from first symptoms, 7 days after the appearance of the first symptoms the IgM response is optimal  
• Storage conditions: Store samples at 4°C before shipment
• Minimum volume: 0.5 ml

Instructions for transportation

Ship in a triple-wrapped package at room temperature.

Turn around time

4 business days

Communication of test results

The result can be communicated via mail, fax, email and eHealth.