Yellow Dock Weed (rw23) IgE

Test Code
26578


CPT Codes
86003

Preferred Specimen
0.3 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.15 mL


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


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


Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)

FDA Status
This 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. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule
A.M. Sets up 6 days a week.


Clinical Significance
Yellow dock (rumex crispus) is a perennial flowering herb that is native to Europe and now well established throughout the United States as an invasive species. Yellow dock pollen may serve as an aeroallergen in susceptible patients.




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.