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HelpTest Code LAB2213 Allergen Catfish IgE
Additional Codes
Catfish IgE
Clinical System Name
Allergen Catfish IgE
Synonyms
Siluriformes spp
Sample Requirements
Specimen: Whole Blood
Container(s): Red Top-Plain, Gold, or Gold Microtainer
Preferred Vol: 1.0 mL
Minimum Vol: 0.7 mL
Processing Instructions
Reject due to: Lipemic samples may lead to rejection
Spin: Y
Aliquot: Y
Temp: 2-8 C
Storage Location: CPA1 refrigerator, Send Outs rack.
Off-site Collection: Spin and aliquot serum, send refrigerated.
Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Room temp | 4 w |
| Refrigerated | 4 w | |
| Frozen | Indefinite |
Availability
| STAT | Performed | TAT |
|---|---|---|
| N | 3 - 4 d |
Performing Laboratory
Eurofins Viracor
18000 W 99th St.
Lenexa, KS 66219
Phone Number: (800) 305-5198
Department
Department: Send Outs
Phone Number: (206) 987-2563
CPT Codes
86003
Methodology
Method:
Analytical Volume: 0.34 mL Serum
Limitations:
Reference Range
| Class | IgE (kU/L | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | <0.10 | Negative |
| 0/1 | 0.10-0.34 | Equivocal/Borderline |
| 1 | 0.35-0.69 | Low Positive |
| 2 | 0.70-3.49 | Moderate Positive |
| 3 | 3.50-17.49 | High Positive |
| 4 | 17.50-49.99 | Very High Positive |
| 5 | 50.00-99.99 | Very High Positive |
| 6 | >99.99 | Very High Positive |
Send Out Instructions
| Reference Lab Test Name: | Catfish (Siluriformes spp) IgE |
| Reference Lab Test Number: | 43210S |
| Send Outs Instructions: | Send out Monday through Friday via FedEx Priority Overnight. |