Test Directory
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| RDCED | ||||
| Test Name | ||||
| Red Cedar (T57) IgE** | ||||
| CPT Codes | ||||
| 86003 | ||||
| Expected Turnaround Time | ||||
| 1 - 3 days | ||||
| Clinical Utility | ||||
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This test quantifies an individual's IgE response to red cedar. Allergen-specific serum IgE testing is considered comparable to skin testing and may be preferred in some clinical situations. However, a positive test result only indicates that a patient is sensitized to the allergen of concern. Many IgE-sensitized individuals do not develop any symptoms when exposed to the allergen. A diagnosis of allergy should only be made by a trained medical provider after conducting a thorough clinical evaluation. |
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| Specimen and Container Info | ||||
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Specimen Type: Serum Preferred Collection Container: Gold Top, Serum Separator Alternate Collection Container: Red Top, Plain Desired Specimen Volume: 0.3 mL |
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| Transport Instructions | ||||
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Transport to the laboratory refrigerated. |
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| Methodology | ||||
| Immunoassay | ||||
| Reference Intervals | ||||
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See patient report. |
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| Reference Lab | ||||
| Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute | ||||
| Testing Schedule | ||||
| Routine, Monday - Saturday | ||||
The American Medical Association (AMA) Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes published by HNL Lab Medicine are guidelines and are intended for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the exclusive responsibility of the billing entity. View the Terms.
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