Intravenous Immune Globulin

Test Name IVIG
Alternate Name(s) Intravenous Immune Globulin
Laboratory Module BBK
Ordering Mnemonic IVIG
Specimen Type

Plasma Product - No specimen testing required

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Forms to Use  Neurology IVIG     Non-Neurology IVIG
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Lab Process Notes

Available in 2.5 gm, 5 gm, 10 gm, 20 gm, 30 gm or 40 gm vials depending on the manufacturer.

Physician MUST order total grams required.

Physician must complete the appropriate IVIG request form (see links above) and fax/send request form to the Laboratory for approval.

  • when the dose is modified
  • when six months have elapsed since the initial treatment
  • when twelve months have elapsed for renewal requests

Order Enter the product request in Meditech.

Transfusion Services Technologist will confirm dosage, assign and issue the product.

 

Storage and Transport Stored at 2-8°C - must only be stored in Transfusion Medicine Laboratory refrigerator (continuous monitoring).
Test Referred To On Site, BGH Laboratory

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