Test Code NBANA Allergen, Banana, IgE
Performing Location
NORDX
CPT Code
86003
Specimen
Draw blood in plain red top tube or serum gel (gold) tube. 1.5 ml serum required.
1-5 allergens: 1.5 ml; serum required
6 or more allergens: 2.0 ml serum required
Note: Label specimen with patient’s name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of draw, and phlebotomist’s initials.
Collection Container
Plaine red or serum gel (gold top) tube
Specimen Transport Temperature
Refrigerated
Day(s) Test Set Up
Monday through Friday
Volume
1.5ml
Units of Measure
kU/L
LOINC
6035-0
Methodology
ImmunoCAP® Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay