Test Overview
Test Methodology
Immunoassay
Test Usage
The Galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (Alpha-Gal) IgE test more specifically defines the etiology of allergic responses to meat allergens in patients with a delayed onset of symptoms (3 to 6 hours after meal).
Reference Range *
<0.10 = Negative
* Reference ranges may change over time. Please refer to the original patient report when evaluating results.
Test Details
Days Set Up
Monday - Saturday
Analytic Time
2 - 5 days
Soft Order Code
VALGE
Laboratory
Sendout
Reference Laboratory
Viracor (30039)
Section
Special Testing
Specimen Requirements
Collection Instructions
Collect specimen in SST or red top tube. Spin and aliquot into a screw capped plastic tube. Send to Specimen Processing ambient.
Normal Volume
0.5 mL serum
Minimum Volume
0.2 mL serum
Storage Temperature
Ambient or frozen
Additional Information
Test performed by Viracor Eurofins
Billing
CPT Code
86008
Fee Code
AA623