| Test Name: | Allergen, Pediatric Food Panel |
| Epic Order Code: | LAB5458 |
| CPT Code: | 86003 | | |
| Specimen(s) Type: | Serum; 1.0 mL |
| Acceptable Container(s): |  |
| Testing Schedule: | Monday-Friday |
| Turn Around Time: | STAT: NA |
| | Routine: 1-3 days |
| Collection Information: | No special patient preparation is required. Obtain specimen by standard collection procedures. |
| Transport Information: | Deliver to lab immediately. All specimens must be signed into the laboratory. |
| Reference Clients: | If unable to deliver to the lab within 1 hour, centrifuge the specimen and remove serum from the red cells. Store and transport at 2-8° C. Specimen must be received in the lab within 5 days. If longer storage is required, store and transport the sample at -20° C for up to 30 days. |
| Causes for Rejection: | Improperly labeled, incorrect container, contaminated, insufficient quantity, incorrect/delay in transport. |
| Reference Range: | NA |
| Additional Information: | Panel includes Egg white, Cow's milk, Wheat, Soybean and Peanut. |