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ALLERGEN PROFILE, MILK COMPONENT PANEL
MessageThis test is intended as a follow-up for patients with a previous positive milk allergy.
Test Code
AGMKP
CPT Codes
86008 x3
Includes
alpha-Lactalbumin, beta-Lactoglobulin, Casein
Preferred Specimen
1 Gold tube (gel separator)
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Other Acceptable Specimens
Pearl plasma separator tube
Instructions
Centrifuge for complete separation of serum or plasma from red cells. Refrigerate until tested.
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate
Specimen Stability
2-8°C up to 7 days; otherwise freeze at -20°C or lower
Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)
- Quantity not sufficient
- Samples received not separated from red cells will be rejected
Methodology
FEIA/ImmunoCAP
Setup Schedule
M, W, F (day shift only)
Report Available
Report available same day tested.
Reference Range
<0.35 kU/L
Clinical Significance
Aids in identifying the milk-specific proteins that are responsible for allergic response in patients with milk allergy. This, in turn is useful in assessing the level of risk and severity of allergic reaction.
Performed By
Alverno Laboratories
Performing Laboratory
Alverno Central Lab
NIM7 (Immunology, Phadia Immunocap)
Last Updated: December 28, 2023