Test Code EGGE Egg Whole, IGE
Important Note
SPECIMEN COLLECTION REQUIREMENTS:
Name: Egg Whole
Alt name: Egg
Collection Container: SST
Specimen: Serum
Transport temp: Refrigerated Temperature
Specimen Volume: Preferred Volume: 1mL; Minimum Volume: 0.5mL
Also acceptable: Red Top Tube
Technical Specifications:
Performed: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Reported: Same Day
Methodology: Fluoroenzymeimmunoassay (ImmunoCAP)
CPT: 86003
LOINC: 7291-8
Stability: Room Temperature: only for transport; Refrigerated: 7 Days
Ref range: <0.1 kUA/L None Detected
Notes: Requires 0.5 mL for the initial allergen and an additional 0.2mL for every additional allergen ordered.