IGE
IGE, Immunoglobulin
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB2240
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Serum Gel (Preferred), Red Top
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume:
For total IgE: 0.3 mL
For total IgE and more than 1 allergen: 0.05 mL x number of allergen-specific tests + 0.25 mL dead space
For total IgE and more than 1 allergen: 0.05 mL x number of allergen-specific tests + 0.25 mL dead space
Store and Transport:
Refrigerated
Stability:
Refrigerated - 14 days
Frozen - 90 days
CPT Codes:
82785 - IgE (EAP 30032900)
Test Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Turnaround Time:
1-4 days
Method:
Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)