Test Directory
Timothy Grass IgE
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| Test Description |
Timothy Grass IgE
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| Test ID |
TIMOTHY
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| General Information |
An allergen is a type of antigen that initiates an immune response. After this initiation, also called sensitization, an allergic individual will produce IgE against that allergen. Specific IgE can be used to determine allergen sensitization, potential anaphylaxis response, and aid in disease management. Assay results should be used in conjunction with clinical findings and other serological tests.
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| Specimen Type |
Serum
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| Alternate Specimen Type |
Plasma (Na-Heparin or EDTA)
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| Specimen Requirements |
Tiger
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| Additional Processing Details |
Caution: Serum/plasma samples are not to be repeatedly frozen and thawed, since this can cause analyte deterioration. They are to be thawed only once.
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| Stability |
Stored at 2-8˚C: 7 Days
Specimens may be kept at controlled room temperature for shipping purposes only. Otherwise, they should be stored at 2-8˚C if assayed within 7 days or -20˚C for longer-term storage. |
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| Methodology |
Fluorescent enzyme immunoassay (FEIA)
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| Estimated TAT |
2-5 days
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| Testing Schedule |
Monday-Saturday, alternating days
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| CPT Code(s) |
86003
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| Minimum Sample Volume |
1 mL
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| Pediatric Min. Volume (if applicable) |
500 uL
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| Reference Range File |
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| Performing Lab |
Incyte Diagnostics
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| LOINC Code(s) |
6265-3
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