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HelpTest ID BLOD1592 Galactose-Alpha-1,3-Galactose (Alpha-Gal)
Specimen Type/Requirements
Gold top (Serum w/ gel) - Serum
Red top (Serum w/out gel) - Serum
Test is not affected by hemolysis or lipemia.
Specimen Volume
| Preferred Volume | 1.0 mL |
|---|---|
| Minimum Volume | 0.50 mL |
*0.25 mL of serum for first allergen PLUS 0.1 mL for each additional allergen.
Stability/Transport
| Room Temperature | Not acceptable | |
|---|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 7 days | Preferred for transport |
| Frozen | 30 days |
Performed Test Frequency
Monday through Friday
Report Available
1 - 3 days
Methodology
Fluoroallergrosorbent
Performing Lab
Sanford Laboratories Sioux Falls
CPT
86008
Interface Build Information
| Result Code | Result Code Description |
|---|---|
| 27165 | Misc: Alpha-Gal Quant |
| 27166 | Misc: Alpha-Gal Class |