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Test Code CATFLX Cat Component reflex Panel

Specimen Type

Blood

Preferred Collection Container

SST

Collection 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