Immunoglobulin E (IgE), plasma or serum 

Test Code
3986666


CPT Codes
82785

Preferred Specimen


Submit only 1 of the following specimens:
 

Plasma
Container/Tube: Green-top (heparin) tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of plasma
Collection Instructions: Fasting
Note: 1. Indicate plasma.  2. Label specimen appropriately (plasma). 



Serum
Container/Tube: Serum gel tube(s)
Specimen Volume: 3 mL (minimum volume: 0.5 mL) of serum
Collection Instructions: Fasting
Note: 1. Indicate serum.
2. Label specimen appropriately (serum).




Transport Temperature
Ambient


Methodology

Chemiluminescent Immunoassay 



Setup Schedule
Monday through Friday


Reference Range


0-1 year:   <=29 IU/mL
1-2 years: <=49 IU/mL
2-3 years: <=45 IU/mL
3-9 years: <=52 IU/mL
>=9 years: <=87 IU/mL




Performed By
CoxHealth



The CPT Codes provided in this document are based on AMA guidelines and are for informational purposes only. CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding coding to the payor being billed. Any Profile/panel component may be ordered separately. Reflex tests are performed at an additional charge.