Allergen Specific IgE Dog Epithelium

Test Name
Allergen Specific IgE Dog Epithelium
Aliases
Dog Dander IgE; DOG EPITHELIUM IgE
Provincial Mnemonic
DOGEE
LOINC Test Code
6099-6
Description and Primary Use
To identify an allergen responsible for signs or symptoms of allergic disease and/or anaphylactic episode.
Reorder interval
360 Days
TAT
3 Days
Test Cost
Not Available
Tier
2 - Conditional/Restricted Access (See Ordering Requirements)
Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)

Approval requires test order:

1) By Allergist/Immunologist; or

2) Completed LTSA Form. Restriction to less than three different allergens.

Enter test name (and/or Provincial Mnemonic) into Test(s) to be performed section on the LTSA Form. Direct questions on how to order test to Specimen Dispatch (709-777-2373).

Required Consultations
Algorithms and Guidelines
Special Patient Preparation

None

Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements

No special requirement

Criteria for Rejection

Maintained post-centrifugation at ambient temperature >48 hours or refrigerated >7 days.

Laboratory Service Area
Clinical Chemistry
Performing Laboratory / Site
Category 4 Laboratory (HSC only)
Last Updated
22-Aug-19