Dog Dander (e5) IgE with Reflex to Component Panel

Test Code

10571

CPT Codes
86003

Includes

If Dog Dander (e5) IgE is ≥0.10 kU/L, then Dog Component Panel will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86008 (x6)).
Dog Dander Component Panel includes Can f 1 (e101) IgE, Can f 2 (e102) IgE, Can f 3 (e221) IgE, Can f 4 (e229) IgE, Can f 5 (e226) IgE, and Can f 6 (e230) IgE

Preferred Specimen

2.5 mL serum

Minimum Volume

1.7 mL

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

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

Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Sat; Report available 1-3 days

Clinical Significance

Like respiratory allergies, animal allergies pose a significant risk for the development of asthma and rhinitis. Blood IgE tests using whole allergen extracts from dogs provide a sensitive screening method to diagnose pet sensitization. In addition, the dog dander component panel is an IgE blood test using individual recombinant proteins from dogs, improving specificity compared to animal extract assays. Thus, the dog dander component panel helps differentiate an actual dog allergy from a cross-reactive pet 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.