ALLERGEN, MELONS (f87)

Test Code

AGMN

CPT Codes
86003

Includes

Total IgE, Cantaloupe, and honeydew melon.

Preferred Specimen

1 Gold tube (gel separator)

Minimum Volume

200 uL

Other Acceptable Specimens

or 1 Pearl tube (gel separator)

Instructions

Centrifuge for complete separation of serum and red cells. Refrigerate until tested.

Transport Temperature

Refrigerate

Specimen Stability

2-8°C up to 7 days; otherwise freeze at -20° or lower

Reject Criteria (Eg, hemolysis? Lipemia? Thaw/Other?)

Quantity not sufficient

Methodology
FEIA/Pharmacia Immuno CAP

Setup Schedule

M, W, F (day shift only)

Report Available

Within 1-3 days from receipt at the performing laboratory.

Clinical Significance

Aids in the clinical diagnosis of IgE mediated allergic disorders.

Performed By
Alverno Laboratories

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

Last Updated: September 13, 2023

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