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Test Code ALGAL Galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (Alpha-Gal) IgE

Clinical Indications

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). IgE to Alpha-Gal is the likely cause of
anaphylactic reactions in individuals who develop
hypersensitivities to beef, pork and/or lamb as adults.

Additional Test Codes

Epic Order Name: ALPHA GAL SPECIFIC IGE, SERUM (aka
ALGAL)
Sunquest Order Code: ALGAL
Epic Px Code: LAB10208

Specimen Collection Type

Preferred: Gold
Acceptable: Red

Minimum Collection Volume

0.35 mL

Reference Range

0.1 -100 kU/L

Critical Value

N/A

Interpretation

N/A

Rejection Criteria

Lipemic samples may lead to rejection

Specimen Availability for Add-on Testing

2 Days

Specimen Stability

Ambient (preferred): 1 week
Refrigerated: 4 weeks
Frozen: 1 year

Day(s) Performed

Monday through Friday

Performing Lab- Department

TUKHS-BH-Mail Outs

CPT Code

86008

LOINC Code

N/A

Test Alias

N/A

Additional Information / Notes

Turnaround time: 1-2 business days from receipt of specimen