Food Specific IgG Haddock

Test Code

38141

CPT Codes
86001<br /> **This test is not available for New York patient testing**

Preferred Specimen

0.5 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Transport Container

Plastic screw-cap vial

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

Room temperature: 7 days
Refrigerated: 28 days
Frozen: 30 days

Methodology

Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its performance characteristics have been determined by Viracor Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.

Setup Schedule

Set up: Mon-Fri; Report available: 5 days

Reference Range

<2 mcg/mL

Clinical Significance

The reference range listed on the report is the lower of quantitation for the assay. The clinical utility of food-specific IgG tests has not been established. These tests can be used in patients who have food-related complaints. It should be recognized that the presence of food-specific IgG alone cannot be taken as evidence of food allergy and only indicates immunologic sensitization by the food allergen in question. This test should only be ordered by physicians who recognize the limititations of the test.

Performing Laboratory
Viracor Eurofins
1001 NW Technology Dr.
Lee's Summit, MO 64086-5603

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.