Test Code BFDP Basic Food Panel
Methodology
Flourescent Enzyme Immunoassay, ImmunoCAP
CPT
82785; 86003 x16
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SST
Collection Volume
This panel requires 10 mL (2 completely full SSTs or Red Tops). If additional Allergy Testing is ordered,See individual tests for further draw requirements.
Minimum Collection Volume
4 mL. If additional Allergy Testing is ordered,See individual tests for further draw requirements.
Collection Instructions
Routine Venipunture
Transport
Refrigerated
Rejection Criteria
Quantity Not Sufficent
Specimen Storage and Stability
Specimens are stored for 1 week at 2-6 deg C
Turn Around Time
1-3 days
Lab Department
Chemistry
EPIC Code
LAB2348
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel
Testing Volume
1.8 mL Serum; (0.05 mL x number of allergens) + 0.25 mL dead space
Patient Preparation
None
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; Day Shift
STAT Availability
No
LOINC
2951-2; 2823-3; 2075-0; 2028-9; 1863-0; 3094-0; 2160-0; 2345-7; 17861-6; 98979-8; 48642-3; 48643-1; 6242-2