Methodology
Fluoroimmunoassay
Synonyms
Allergen Almond; Allergy Almond
Specimen Type
Serum or Plasma
Performing Lab
RCHSD Serology
Epic ID
LAB634
Lab Test Days
Monday-Friday
Standard TAT
1-2 Days
Collection Information
Specimen Required
1 mL Blood
Container Type
Gold (SST)
Collection Instructions
Serum collected in (red-top) tube or plasma collected in a lithium heparin (green-top) tube (PST) is also acceptable.
Processing Information - Lab Use Only
Transport Temperature
Refrigerate-Only
Test Volume Required
0.3 mL Serum or Plasma
Minimum Test Volume
0.15 mL Serum or Plasma
Processing Instructions
Centrifuge and separate serum or plasma. Place in Allergy rack in refrigerator.
CPT Codes
86003
Revised
09-20-18
Initials
SL