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Sesame Seed (f10) IgE with Reflex to Component
Test Code18720
CPT Codes
86003
Includes
If Sesame Seed (f10) IgE is ≥0.10 kU/L, then Sesame Component Ses i 1 (f449) IgE will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86008).
Preferred Specimen
1 mL serum collected in a serum separator tube (SST)
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Red-top tube (no gel)
Transport Temperature
Room temperature
Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)
Setup Schedule
Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: 2-4 days
Reference Range
See Laboratory Report
Clinical Significance
This test detects the presence of specific IgE against sesame seeds. A positive test only indicates that a person is sensitized and potentially allergic to this allergen. A diagnosis of allergy requires clinical signs and symptoms that appear to be associated with exposure to the allergen in addition to the detection of markers of IgE sensitization. Sesame component testing, performed if the test is positive, may help manage patients with suspected sesame allergy.
