M. Racemosus IgE

Test Code: TD_1663

CPT Code(s): 86003

$15

Test Details

Alternative Name(s)

Allergen, mucor racemosus
M. Racemosus allergen
Mucor racemosus allergen
Mucor racemosus ige

Test Includes

M Racemosus M4

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

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

2 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.