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Test Code IGE IgE

Additional Codes

Epic EAP: LAB74

Epic Description: IGE

Synonym

Immunoglobulin E

Specimen Type

Blood

Specimen Required

 

 

  Collection Container Preferred Volume Minimum Volume
Preferred

Red, No Anticoagulant, No gel

6.0 mL 1.0 mL

 

Patient Instructions/Preparation

This assay is not recommended for children less than 12 months of age. 

Instructions for Collection and Transport

Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into plastic vial and refrigerate. Transport refrigerated on freeze packs.

Aliquot Requirements

Serum

Optimum 2.0 mL

Minimum 0.1 mL

Performing Lab

Automated Chemistry Lab

Assay Frequency

24/7

Routine Turnaround Time

24 hours

CSR Storage Requirements

Centrifuge specimen. Aliquot serum/plasma into plastic vial. Refrigerate if holding overnight.

CPT Code Information

82785