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HelpTest Code PEANT Peanut w/ Reflex Allergen
Useful For
Assess risk for systemic allergic reactions. Identify cross-reactivity. Optimize diagnosis and management.
Specimen Requirements
Collection Container/Tube:
Preferred: Serum
Acceptable: Red top
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 2mL preferred, 1.5mL minimum
Collection Instructions: Centrifuge within 2 hours and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Specimen Stability
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) |
7 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |
Avoid multple freeze/thaw cycles.
Panel Components and Reflexes
| PEANT | Whole Allergen Peanut, IgE with Reflex to Components IgE |
| PEANT1 | Peanut Component, rAra h 1 |
| PEANT2 | Peanut Component, rAra h 2 |
| PEANT3 | Peanut Component, rAra h 3 |
| PEANT6 | Peanut Component, rAra h 6 |
| PEANT8 | Peanut Component, rAra h 8 |
| PEANT9 | Peanut Component, rAra h 9 |
| PROFLN | Profilin rBet v 2 |
| CCD | MUXF3 CCD, Cross Reactive Carbohydrate Determinant |
Reference Values
< 0.10 kUa/l = Negative
Please see Interpretation Guide for additional information.
Method
ImmunoCAP® Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay (FEIA)
CPT
86003x1
86008x8 (If appropriate)
Performing Laboratory
MaineGeneral Medical Center
Day(s) Performed
Monday - Friday