Nut Allergy Profile

Test Code

900181

CPT Codes
86003 (x11)<br>Restricted Client Code

Includes

Peanut (f13) IgE
Hazelnut (f17) IgE
Brazil Nut (f18) IgE
Almond (f20) IgE
Coconut (f36) IgE
Pecan Nut (f201) IgE
Cashew Nut (f202) IgE
Pistachio (f203) IgE
Walnut (f256) IgE
Pine Nut (Rf253) IgE*
Macadamia Nut (Rf345) IgE*

Preferred Specimen

3.3 mL serum

Minimum Volume

1.65 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)

FDA Status
Allergens denoted with "**" include results using one or more analyte specific reagents. In those cases, the test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. The FDA has determined that such clearance or approval is not necessary. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available: Next day

Reference Range

See Laboratory Report

Clinical Significance

Allergy

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.