Test Code CATFLX Cat Component reflex Panel
Specimen Type
Blood
Preferred Collection Container
SSTCollection Instructions
Routine Venipunture
Collection Volume
2 mL
Minimum Collection Volume
1mL
Testing Volume
0.5 ml (500 ul)
Rejection Criteria
Quantity Not Sufficent
Specimen Storage and Stability
Specimens are stored for 1 week at 2-6° C.
Day(s) and Time(s) Performed
Monday through Friday; Day Shift
Alias
Cat Dander; E1; reflex E94, E220, E228, E231
EPIC Code
LAB1668A
Algorithm
If cat dander (E1) is positive, cat components E94, E220, E228, and E231 are reflexed.
Methodology
Flourescent Enzyme Immunoassay, ImmunoCAP
Acceptable Collection Container
SST, R-NoGel
Patient Preparation
None
Transport
Refrigerated
STAT Availability
No
Turn Around Time
1-3 days
Lab Department
Chemistry