Chaetomium globosum (m208) IgE

Chaetomium globosum (m208) IgE

Test Code

3415
86003
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
3415
86003
CPT Code is subject to a Medicare Limited Coverage Policy and may require a signed ABN when ordering.
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to confirm Test Code for the lab that services your account or to find available tests you can order.
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Clinical Significance

Chaetomium globosum (m208) IgE - This test detects the presence of specific IgE against Chaetomium globosum. A positive test only indicates that a person is sensitized and potentially allergic to this allergen. A diagnosis of allergy requires clinical signs and symptoms that appear to be associated with exposure to the allergen in addition to the detection of markers of IgE sensitization [1].

More specific information about this allergen can be found on the following website: https://www.thermofisher.com/phadia/us/en/resources/allergen-encyclopedia.html

Reference
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Test Resources

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Test Details

Methodology

Immunoassay - Analyte Specific Reagents

Assay Category

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

Alternative Name(s)

ImmunoCAP®

LOINC® Codes, Performing Laboratory

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Methodology

Immunoassay - Analyte Specific Reagents
This test was developed and its analytical performance characteristics have been determined by Quest Diagnostics. It has not been cleared or approved by FDA. This assay has been validated pursuant to the CLIA regulations and is used for clinical purposes.

Alternative Name(s)

ImmunoCAP®
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Preferred Specimen(s)

0.3 mL serum

Minimum Volume

0.15 mL/allergen

Transport Container

Serum separator tube (SST)

Transport Temperature

Room temperature

Specimen Stability

  • Room temperature: 14 days
  • Refrigerated: 14 days
  • Frozen: 30 days
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Setup Schedule

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0.3 mL serum
0.15 mL/allergen
Serum separator tube (SST)
Room temperature
Room temperature: 14 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
Service Area must be determined
Not offered in Quest Diagnostics Nichols Institute (IFD) – San Juan Capistrano. Please provide SERVICE AREA INFORMATION to confirm Test Code for the lab that services your account or to find available tests you can order.
In-home collection may be available in your area for purchase through Quest Mobile.
Test Details

Clinical Significance

Test Resources

Reference ranges are provided as general guidance only. To interpret test results use the reference range in the laboratory report.

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