Test Code LAB0206268 Immunoglobulin E (IgE), Plasma or Serum
Methodology
Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)
Performing Laboratory
CentraCare Laboratory Services
Specimen Requirements
Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
Specimen Type: Plasma
Container/Tube: Green top (sodium heparin or lithium heparin)-EDTA plasma is also acceptable.
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.1 mL plus 0.06 mL dead space
Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (plasma).
Specimen Type: Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel or plain red top
Specimen Volume: 1 mL
Specimen Minimum Volume: 0.1 mL plus 0.06 mL dead space
Collection Instructions: Label specimen appropriately (serum).
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Reference Values
0-5 months : < 13 kU/L
6-11 months: < 34 kU/L
1 - 2 years: < 97 kU/L
3 years: < 199 kU/L
4-6 years : < 307 kU/L
7 - 8 years: < 403 kU/L
9-12 years: < 696 kU/L
13-15 years: < 629 kU/L
16-17 years: < 537 kU/L
>18 years: < 214 kU/L
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Test Classification and CPT Coding
86003