Immunoglobulin E (IgE), Specific
Test Code
SIGE
Description
Collect
Plain red top or SST tube.
Patient Prep
N/A
Pediatric Collection
Minimum volume: 0.5 mL
Unacceptable Conditions
Samples maintained at room temperature >48 hours, samples maintained refrigerated >14 days.
Storage Transport Temp
Offsite: Send serum Priority Overnight via FedEx and in a well insulated container at ambient temperature, with an ice pack or frozen on dry ice.
Stability
2 days ambient (18-23C), 2 week refrigerated (2-8C), 6 months frozen (-20C). One freeze-thaw cycle will not negatively affect testing.
Notes
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Performed
Weekdays
Methodology
ImmunoCAP
Turnaround Time
48 hours
Department
ImmunoCAP
Synonyms
RAST, Immunofluorescence
Study Offerings
RUO
CAP/CLIA
Reference Interval
- Class 0 = <0.1
- Class 0/1 = 0.1-0.35
- Class 1 = 0.36-0.69
- Class 2 = 0.70-3.49
- Class 3 = 3.50-17.4
- Class 4 = 17.5-49.9
- Class 5 = 50-100
- Class 6 = >100
CPT Code
86003
New York Approved
FDA Approved or Cleared
FDA
Approved or Cleared