Immunoglobulin E (IgE)

CPT Code: 82785
Order Code: 542
ABN Requirement: No
Specimen:
Preferred: serum
Acceptable: plasma
Preferred Minimum:  0.3 mL
Container:
Preferred: (SS, serum separator tube) or (R, red-top tube (no gel))
Acceptable: (L, lavender-top tube, EDTA), or (Gn, green-top, sodium or lithium heparin)

Collection:

1. Collect and label sample according to standard protocols.
2. Gently invert tube 5 times immediately after draw. Do not shake.
3. Allow blood to clot 30 minutes.
4. Centrifuge for 10 minutes.

Transport: Store serum at 2°C to 8°C after collection and ship the same day per packaging instructions included with the provided shipping box.

Stability:

Ambient (15-25°C): 14 days
Refrigerated (2-8°C): 14 days
Frozen (-20°C): 30 days

Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)

Turn Around Time:  3 to 4 days

Reference Range:

Clinical Significance: For diagnosis of allergic disease. A normal IgE level does not exclude the possible presence of an allergic disorder.

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