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Test ID:
SQUASH
Squash (Summer) IgE, Serum
Orderable by Ontario ND
Test Overview
Method
Enzyme Immunoassay (EIA)
Method Description
This conventional EIA uses allergen-coated discs from several suppliersand an enzyme-labeled anti-IgE.
Result Included
Summer Squash IgE; Class
Specimen
Specimen Type
SerumContainers
Collection Containers
Gold top (SST)
Volume
Sample Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Collection & Handling
Handling Information
Store and send cold or frozen.
Additional Information
Refer to the list of available IgE Allergen Tests.
Stability
| Ambient | Refrigerated | Frozen |
|---|---|---|
| 28 days | 28 days | 1 year |
Performance & Interpretation
Turnaround Time
10 days
Results
Name
Units
Reference Range
Conversion
-
Summer Squash IgEkU/L< 0.35
-
Class< 0.35 = 0, Below Detection
0.35 - 0.69 = 1, Low Positive
0.70 - 3.49 = 2, Moderate Positive
3.50 - 17.49 = 3, Positive
17.50 - 49.99 = 4, Strong Positive
50.00 - 99.99 = 5, Very Strong Positive
> 99.99 = 6, Very Strong Positive
Referral Location
Out-of-Country
Interface & Setup
HL7 Interface Codes
| Order Code | Result Name | Result Codes | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| SQUASH | ALLERGEN SPECIFIC IGE SUMMER SQUASH | 64709 | kU/L |
| CLASS | 64710 |
Test Version
Last Updated
2023-11-17