Back to Test DirectoryK361 : Food Allergy Profile w/ rfx to Milk and Peanut
INFORMATION:
Alternate Name:
Food Allergy Profile
Methodology:
Immunocap
Components:
Milk, Peanut, Soy Bean, Sesame Seed, Wheat, Hazelnut, Walnuts, Cashew, Almond Nut, Scallop, Shrimp, Codfish, Salmon, Tuna, Ovomucoid IgE, Ovalbumin IgE
ORDERING:
Test Code:
K361-6
Turnaround Time:
3 DAYS
Preferred Specimen:
3 mL SST Tube
Collection:
| Container | Qty | Temp | Stability |
|---|---|---|---|
| SST Tube | 1 | Refrigerate | 7 DAYS |
Collection Instructions:
SST: Fill tube, invert gently 5 times, label with patient name, let stand for minimum of 30 minutes, maximum of 1 hr, spin for 10-15 minutes
Specimen Comment:
If Cow's milk is positive, Casein, Beta Lactoglobulin, and Alpha Lactalbumin will be added. If Peanut is positive, Peanut Ara 2, Peanut Ara h1, Peanut Ara h3, Peanut Ara h9, and Peanut Ara h8 will be added. Reflex to milk and peanut will be added at an additional charge.
Alternative Specimen:
Aliquot Tube-Serum, Microtainer - Pediatric SST, Lavender top- EDTA, Pediatric Lavender, Red Top, Microtainer - Pediatric Red, Aliquot Serum- Red Top
Billing:
CPT Codes:
86003 x 14, 86008 x 2
CPT Code Disclaimer
CPT codes provided are for informational purposes only. Accuracy of CPT presented should be validated prior to consideration for billing.
CPT coding is the sole responsibility of the billing party. Please direct any questions regarding CPT coding to the payer being billed.
