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Immunoglobulin E (IgE), Serum or Plasma
Test CodeIGES - MMC
CPT Codes
82785
Preferred Specimen
1.0 mL serum from SST
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes
Note: For neonate requirements see Neonate Minimum Blood Volumes
Other Acceptable Specimens
1 mL plasma from Green top (Lithium Heparin) or 1 ml serum from Red Top
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
| Serum SST | Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Red Top – Separated* | Refrigerated | 7 days |
| Plasma Li Hep | Refrigerated | 7 days |
*Centrifuge and aliquot into a plastic vial.
Methodology
Immunoturbidimetric Nephelometric
Setup Schedule
Monday through Sunday; Continuously
Report Available
Same day
Reference Range
0-31 days: <4 IU/mL
31 days - 1 year: <15 IU/mL
1 - 5 years: <60 IU/mL
5 - 9 years: <90 IU/mL
9 - 15 years: <200 IU/mL
>15 years: <100 IU/mL
31 days - 1 year: <15 IU/mL
1 - 5 years: <60 IU/mL
5 - 9 years: <90 IU/mL
9 - 15 years: <200 IU/mL
>15 years: <100 IU/mL
Performing Laboratory
McKee Medical Center Laboratory
