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LAB4199 Shellfish Allergy Profile
Test Information
Determines the concentration of circulating allergen specific IgE in serum.
Panel includes: Clam IgE, Crab IgE, Lobster IgE, Oyster IgE, Scallop IgE, and Shrimp IgE
Specimen Information
| Specimen Type | Specimen Source | Acceptable Containers | Minimum Test Volume (mL) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blood | Blood, Venous | Gold-R | 1.5 | |
Shipping and Handling
Processing Instructions: N/ATransport Temperature: Refrigerated
Transport Instructions: N/A
Specimen Stability Unprocessed
Unprocessed: 2 hours
Specimen Stability Post Processing
Ambient: 7 days
Refrigerate: 14 days
Frozen: 1 year
Test Components
| Component | LOINC Code |
|---|---|
| CLAM, IGE | 6076-4 |
| CRAB, IGE | 6092-1 |
| LOBSTER, IGE | 6165-5 |
| OYSTER, IGE | 7558-0 |
| SCALLOP, IGE | 7691-9 |
| SHRIMP, IGE | 6246-3 |
Turnaround Time (TAT)
72 Hours
CPT Code(s)
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Performing Lab Section
Special Chemistry
Performing Lab(s)
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Laboratory (MHMH)