Test directory: Almond (f20) IgE

Ordering Code6802
Test NameAlmond (f20) IgE
Aliasf20
Preferred SpecimenSerum
Preferred ContainerSST (Red-Gray)
Other Specimen/ContainerPlasma in EDTA, K2 (Lavender),
Plasma in Sodium Heparin (Green), Serum in Plain (Red)
SST (Gold)
Optimum Volume4 mL (Up to 40 Allergens)
Collection InstructionsDraw a full 8 mL TT SST for up to 40 allergens; a second TT for 41-80; a third TT if more.
Handling Instructions>40 Allergens, add another tube in Antrim Order Entry Grid.
Transport RequirementsOahu: Refrigerated
Airline: Refrigerated
Specimen StabilityAmbient: 8 Hours
Refrigerated: 7 Days
Frozen: 3 Months
Rejection CriteriaGrossly hemolyzed, Insufficient quantity, Specimen older than stability limits, Avoid repeated freezing and thawing,
Do NOT use frost-free freezers
Avail. StatNO
Analytic TimeUp to 3 Days
MethodologyFluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)

Reference range(s)

The reference ranges listed below are valid on this date of November 21, 2024.
ComponentAgeMale NormMale Critical LowMale Critical HighFemale NormFemale Critical HighFemale Critical LowUnitsAdd'l info
Almond (f20) IgEALLkU/LSee report.
ClassALLSee report.
Allergen Specific IgEALLSee report.