Alpha-Gal (galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose) Allergen IgE
					Order Name
					
						Alpha-Gal 
					
					
Test Number: 5613531
Revision Date 06/08/2023
				
			Test Number: 5613531
Revision Date 06/08/2023
| Test Name | Methodology | LOINC Code | 
|---|---|---|
| 
								
									Alpha-Gal (galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose) Allergen IgE
									
								 | 
							
								ImmunoCAP | 
| SPECIMEN REQUIREMENTS | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Specimen | Specimen Volume (min) | Specimen Type | Specimen Container | Transport Environment | 
| Preferred | 1 mL (0.5 mL) | Serum | Clot Activator (SST or Red No-Gel) | Room Temperature | 
| Instructions |  Specimen Type: Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube Specimen Storage: Room temperature Specimen Collection: If a red-top tube is used, transfer separated serum to a plastic transport tube. Specimen Stability: Ambient: 14 Days, Refrigerated : 14 Days, Frozen: 3 Months  | 
							|||
| GENERAL INFORMATION | |
|---|---|
| Expected TAT | 3-4 days | 
| Performing Labcorp Test Code | 650001 | 
| Notes | Labcorp Test Code: 650001 | 
| CPT Code(s) | 86008 | 
| Lab Section | Reference Lab |