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Test Code
TURME
Test Name
Turmeric IgE
CPT Codes
86003
Expected Turnaround Time
6 - 9 days
Clinical Utility

This assay is used to detect allergen specific-IgE using an enzyme immunoassay (EIA). In vitro allergy testing is the primary testing mode for allergy diagnosis.

Specimen and Container Info

Specimen Type: Serum

  

Collection Container: Gold Top, Serum Separator

Alternate Specimen Type: Red Top, Plain

Desired Specimen Volume: 1 mL

Collection Instructions
  1. Collect a gold top, serum separator tube via venipuncture.
Processing and Submission Instructions
  1. Separate serum from cells.
  2. Transfer 1 mL of serum to a clear aliquot tube (screw cap).
Transport Instructions

Transport to the laboratory refrigerated. 

Stability Requirements

Room Temperature

1 month

Refrigerated

1 month

Frozen

1 year
Causes for Rejection
  • Lipemic samples may lead to rejection
Methodology
Enzyme Immunoassay
Reference Intervals

See patient report.

Alternate Names
  • Turmeric (Curcuma longa) IgE
Reference Lab
Labcorp Of America Holdings
Testing Schedule
Monday-Friday