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Test Code EF81 Cheese, Cheddar, IgE

Important Note

Collection instructions:
A minimum initial specimen volume of 0.3 mL is required to perform testing. For each additional allergen test ordered, an extra 0.1 mL of specimen must be provided.

Additional Codes

Epic Ordering Code LAB3040895
NBS code LBC12081
Service code 31287

Specimen Requirements

Submit the following:
 

Container:

 Gold Top

Processing Requirements

Allow specimen to clot for 30 mins and centrifuge within 2 hrs

Specimen type: Serum

Volume: 0.3 mL

Storage/transport requirements: Refrigerated

Specimen Stability

Specimen Type Serum
Ambient 1 day
Refrigerate 2 weeks (Preferred)
Frozen 2 weeks

Days and Times Performed

Monday through Friday, TAT 2 - 14 days

Reference Interval

An interpretive report will be provided.

Useful For

Testing for IgE antibodies may be useful to establish the diagnosis of an allergic disease and to define the allergens responsible for eliciting signs and symptoms.

Update

Last updated 03/07/2026

Referring / Testing Laboratory

National University Hospital
Client Services, 67724912

 

Testing Laboratory

Clinical Immunology Laboratory
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
11 Jalan Tock Seng
Singapore 308433
Tel: 63578464