Hazel Nut/Filbert IgE

Test Code: TD_1762

CPT Code(s): 86003

$15

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Allergen, Hazelnut/Filbert

Test Includes

Hazelnut IgE

Methodology

Immunocap fluoroenzymeimmunoassay (FEIA)

Rejection Criteria

Repeated freeze/thaw cycles

Reference Range(s)

<0.35 KU/L

Specimen Requirements

Preferred Specimen

Serum Separator Tube

Minimum Volume

0.2 mL serum

Sample Stability

1 day room temperature
1 week refrigerated
1 month frozen.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated

Collection Instructions

Allow SST to clot in an upright position for
at least 30 minutes, then centrifuge sample within 2 hours
of collection. Refrigerate.
Note: when ordering multiple ige specific allergens, the
recommended specimen volume is:
for 2-24 allergens: minimum 2 mL serum.
For 25-40 allergens: minimum 3-4 mL serum.

Alternative Specimen

0.3 mL serum from a plain red top tube. Allow sample to clot in an upright position for at least 60 minutes, then centrifuge sample and transfer serum to a plastic transport tube within 2 hours of collection. Clearly label tube as serum from a plain red top tube. Refrigerate. Note: when ordering multiple ige specific allergens, the recommended specimen volume is: for 2-24 allergens: minimum 2 mL serum. for 25-40 allergens: minimum 3-4 mL serum