Cranberry (rf341) IgE

Test Code
ACRAN


Quest Code
38254


CPT Codes
86003

Preferred Specimen
0.3 mL serum


Minimum Volume
0.15 mL


Transport Container
Transport tube


Transport Temperature
Room temperature


Specimen Stability
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days


Methodology
Immunoassay (IA)

FDA Status
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Setup Schedule
Mon-fri


Report Available
6 days


Clinical Significance
The determination of allergen-specific IgE antibodies is a very sensitive first-order test for allergic disease. The presence of IgE antibodies to cranberry is highly predictive of the likelihood that the individual will exhibit immediate hypersensitivity upon exposure to the allergen.


Performing Laboratory
Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute-Chantilly VA
14225 Newbrook Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151-2228




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.