Allergen Inhalant-IgE Aeroallergen Panel

Test ID: 

706463

CPT code:

82785; 86003(x26)

Synonyms:

Allergen Profile With Total IgE, Respiratory−Area 10

Clinical Use:

Detect possible allergic responses to various substances in the environment (Area 10: Oklahoma, Texas) and evaluate for hay fever, asthma, atopic eczema, and respiratory allergy. The quantitative allergen-specific IgE test is indicated (1) to determine whether an individual has elevated allergen-specific IgE antibodies; (2) if specific allergic sensitivity is needed to allow immunotherapy to be initiated; (3) when testing individuals for agents that may potentially cause anaphylaxis; (4) when evaluating individuals who are taking medication (eg, long-acting antihistamines) that may interfere with other testing modalities (eg, skin testing); (5) if immunotherapy or other therapeutic measures based on skin testing results have not led to a satisfactory remission of symptoms; (6) when an individual is unresponsive to medical management where identification of offending allergens may be beneficial.

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

3.5 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Storage Instructions:

Room temperature

Rejection Criteria

Inadequate labeling; gross hemolysis