IMMUNOGLOBULIN E

Test Code
LAB8415 (MISCELLANEOUS)


CPT Codes
82785

Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (SST)


Patient Preparation
None

Minimum Volume
0.5 mL (1 mL optimal)


Other Acceptable Specimens
1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)


OR



Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested. 


Transport Container
Transfer tube


Transport Temperature
Refrigerate


Specimen Stability
  • 2-8°C up to 7 days
  • -20°C for 6 months


Methodology
Electrochemiluminescence Immunoassay

Setup Schedule
M, W, F

Batched; Day shift


Reference Range
2.0-114.0 kU/L


Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab



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.