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Cerner Test Code
WHEAT
Acceptable Collection Tube(s) or Specimen
Preferred: Gold SST
Acceptable: Red Top or Lavender
Specimen Draw Volume
Volume: 2.0 mL
Minimum Volume: 0.5 mL
**Note: If Allergens were ordered individually:
If less than 5 Allergens were ordered 0.50 mL
If 5-10 Allergens were ordered 1.0 mL
If 10-20 Allergens were ordered 2.0 mL
Processing Instructions
Draw in a Gold SST tube. Allow tube to clot for 30 minutes and centrifuge.
Stability
Stability: Refrigerated 7 days, Frozen 14 days
Performed Test Frequency
Tuesday|Thursday
CPT(s)
86003
Methodology
Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay
Performing Location
MercyOne Des Moines Laboratory, Microbiology
Clinical Significance
Establishing a diagnosis of an allergy to Wheat. Defining the allergen responsible for eliciting signs and symptoms.
Identifying allergens:
-Responsible for allergic disease and/or anaphylactic episode
-To confirm sensitization prior to beginning immunotherapy
-To investigate the specificity of allergic reactions to insect venom allergens, drugs, or chemical allergens