LATEXE
Allergen Panel, Latex
EPIC Test Procedure Code: LAB3633
Synonyms:
Latex Specific IgE Panel
Performing Lab:
Referral Laboratory
Container Type:
Plain red-top or serum gel tube
Specimen Type:
Serum
Preferred Volume:
1 mL
Minimum Volume:
0.5 mL
Store and Transport:
Room Temperature
Stability:
Frozen - 3 months
Refrigerated - 14 days
Room temperature - 14 days
Unacceptable Condition:
Gross hemolysis
CPT Codes:
86003X5 - Allergen Profile Latex (EAP 30040578)
Test Includes:
IgE Sweet Chestnut, IgE Latex, IgE Kiwi Fruit, IgE Banana, and IgE Avocado.
Clinical Significance:
Patients with allergy to latex will also often have allergies to one or more food allergens including: banana, kiwi, avocado and chestnut. Individuals with OAS experience contact urticaria (itching and hives) that is confined almost exclusively to the mouth and throat upon ingestion of the triggering food. This condition only rarely effects other target organs.