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Test Code FPDD Pigeon/Dove Droppings Gel Diffusion


Specimen Required


Specimen Type: Serum

Container/Tube: Red or SST

Specimen Volume: 0.5 mL

 

Collection Instructions: Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.


Secondary ID

75548

Method Name

Gel Immunodiffusion

Reporting Name

Pigeon/Dove Droppings Gel Diffusion

Specimen Type

Serum

Specimen Minimum Volume

0.5 mL

Specimen Stability Information

Specimen Type Temperature Time Special Container
Serum Refrigerated (preferred) 28 days
  Ambient  28 days
  Frozen  28 days

Reference Values

Negative

Interpretation

The gel diffusion method was used to test this patient's serum for the presence of precipitating antibodies (IgG) to the antigens indicated. These antibodies are serological markers for exposure and immunological sensitization. The clinical significance varies, depending on the history and symptoms.

Day(s) Performed

Tuesday, Friday, Saturday

Performing Laboratory

Eurofins Viracor

Test Classification

This test was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Eurofins Viracor. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

CPT Code Information

86331

LOINC Code Information

Test ID Test Order Name Order LOINC Value
FPDD Pigeon/Dove Droppings Gel Diffusion 24505-0

 

Result ID Test Result Name Result LOINC Value
Z5608 Pigeon/Dove Droppings Gel Diffusion 24505-0