Allergen, Food, Annatto Seed IgE
Test Mnemonic
ANNATO
CPT Codes
- 86003 - QTY (1)
Includes
- Allergen, Food, Annatto Seed IgE
Performing Laboratory
ARUP
Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 mL | Serum | SST (Gold) | Ambient | Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer serum to standard aliquot tube. Separate specimens must be submitted when multiple tests are ordered. | |
| 0.5 mL | Serum | Red Plain | Ambient |
Minimum Specimen Requirements
| Volume | Type | Container | Collect Temperature | Transport Temperature | Special Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.34 mL |
Stability
| Environmental Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 1 month |
| Frozen | 1 year |
| Ambient | 1 month |
Days Performed
Varies
Turnaround Time
4 - 7 days
Methodology
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA) |
Reference Range
Special Info
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens will be rejected. This test is New York state approved.