Hazelnut (f17) IgE with Reflex to Component Panel

Test Code

94468

CPT Codes
86003

Includes

If Hazelnut (f17) IgE is ≥0.10 kU/L, then Hazelnut Component Panel will be performed at an additional charge (CPT code(s): 86008 x4).
Hazelnut Component Panel includes Cor a1 (f428), Cor a8 (f425), Cor a9 (f440), and Cor a14 (f439).

Preferred Specimen

1.5 mL serum

Minimum Volume

1 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

This test measures specific IgE antibodies to hazelnuts with reflex to a hazelnut component panel if the IgE result is positive. Allergen-specific serum IgE testing is considered comparable to skin testing and may be preferred in some clinical situations. However, a positive test result only indicates that a patient is sensitized to the allergen of concern. Many IgE-sensitized individuals do not develop any symptoms when exposed to the allergen. A diagnosis of allergy should only be made by a trained medical provider after conducting a thorough clinical evaluation [1].

More specific information about allergens included in this panel may be found on the Quest Diagnostics Test Directory.

Reference
1. Bernstein IL, et al. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2008;100(3 Suppl 3):S1-S148.

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.