IMMUNOGLOBULIN E, SERUM

Test Code

IGE

Alias/See Also

Quantitative Immunoglobulins

CPT Codes
82785

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Other Acceptable Specimens

or 1 Green tube (Lithium Heparin)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma and red cells. Separate and refrigerate until tested.

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

Reference Range

2.0-114.0 kU/L

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM7 (Immunology, Phadia Immunocap)

Last Updated: April 25, 2023

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