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HelpTest Code FAVI Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Avian Panel
Specimen Required
Collection Container/Tube: Red Top or SST
Submission Container/Tube: Plastic vial
Specimen Volume: 3 mL
Collection Instructions:
1. Draw blood in a Red-top tube(s). Serum-gel tube(s) is also acceptable.
2. Centrifuge and send 3 mL of serum refrigerated.
Method Name
Immunodiffusion
Reporting Name
Avian PanelSpecimen Type
SerumSpecimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 30 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days |
Reference Values
This panel includes the following antigens:
Pigeon Sera
Pigeon DE
Cockatiel
Parakeet
Parrot
Results are reported as:
Negative
Weakly Positive
Positive
Strong Positive
This result must be correlated with patient's clinical response and should not solely be considered in the diagnosis.
Day(s) Performed
Thursday and Friday
Report Available
18-20 daysPerforming Laboratory
Medical College of WI Allergy-Immunology MACC Fund Research Ctr.CPT Code Information
86331x5
LOINC Code Information
| Test ID | Test Order Name | Order LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| FAVI | Avian Panel | Not Provided |
| Result ID | Test Result Name | Result LOINC Value |
|---|---|---|
| Z0288 | Pigeon Sera | Not Provided |
| Z0289 | Pigeon DE | Not Provided |
| Z0286 | Cockatiel | Not Provided |
| Z0285 | Parakeet | Not Provided |
| Z0287 | Parrot | Not Provided |