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HelpEpic Code LAB848 Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis Avian Panel
Additional Codes
Mayo Code: FAVI
Reporting Name
Avian PanelPerforming Laboratory
Medical College of WI MACC Fund Research Center, Room 5068 Jordan N. Fink, M.D. Allergy-Immunology Diagnostic LabClinical Information
A hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP) due to the inhalation and sensitization to avian antigens. Immunodiffusion is used to evaluate the presence of precipitating antibodies in the sera of patients with HP due to the sensitization to various species of birds.
Specimen Type
SerumSpecimen Required
Draw blood in a Red-top tube(s). Serum-gel tube(s) is also acceptable. Spin down and send 3 mL of serum refrigerated.
Specimen Minimum Volume
1 mL
COLLECTION NOTE: Volumes listed are in serum or plasma, draw approximately 2 1/2 times the requested volume in whole blood.
Specimen Stability Information
| Specimen Type | Temperature | Time | Special Container |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serum | Refrigerated (preferred) | 365 days | |
| Frozen | 365 days | ||
| Ambient | 24 hours |
Reject Due To
| Hemolysis | NA |
| Lipemia | NA |
| Icterus | NA |
| Other | NA |
Day(s) Performed
Monday through Friday
Reference Values
This panel includes the following antigens:
Pigeon Sera
Pigeon DE
Cockatiel
Parakeet
Parrot
This result must be correlated with patient's clinical response and should not solely be considered in the diagnosis.
Method Name
Immunodiffusion
Report Available
8 to 12 daysCPT 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 |