Allergen: Feather Mix
| Abbrev Code: | AFTHR | ||
| Order Code: | LAB4365 | Order Name: | Allergen Feather Mix |
| Synonyms: | Feather Mixture (Chicken, Duck, Goose and Parrot) | ||
| Methodology: | ImmunoCAP, fluorescent enzyme immunoassay | ||
| CPT Codes: | 86005 x1 | ||
| Turnaround Time: | Specimens are sent to reference laboratory Mon-Sat; results are reported within 1-3 days. | ||
Collection Instructions
| Specimen: | Blood |
| Optimal Volume: | 0.7 mL; add 0.2 mL for each additional allergen |
| Container: | Red or gold (gel) |
| Causes for Rejection: | Hemolyzed, icteric or lipemic specimens |
Processing and Shipping
| Specimen Processing: | Centrifuge and aliquot 0.25 mL ASAP or within 2 hours. Add 0.1 mL for each additional allergen. Store in refrigerator. |
| Shipping Instructions: | Ship at refrigerated temperature. |
| Stability: | After separation from cells, 48 hours at room temperature; 2 weeks refrigerated; 1 year frozen. |
| Test Performed at or Referral Lab | Lab Sendouts (ARUP) |
| Referral Lab number: | 55037 |
Interpretive
| Reference Range: | Negative. This assay provides a single qualitative (positive/negative) result only. It does not provide information on the amount of IgE specific for any of the component allergens (goose, chicken, duck and parrot feathers). |
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