Specific IgE - Jack Jumper Ant (Blood) Test | Austin Pathology

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Specific IgE - Jack Jumper Ant (Blood)

Alternate Names	sIgE to Jack Jumper, Jack Jumper allergy, RAST to Jack Jumper, Jack Jumper
Test Code	RAST
Testing Laboratory	Referred Laboratory
Specimen Type	Blood
Container Type	Serum tube (Red Cap w. Yellow Insert)
Medicare Rebate	Yes
Out of Pocket Costs	None
Ordering Information	Please note that this test is referred to SA Pathology and is for specific IgE testing to Jack Jumper Ant. For all other allergy testing, please refer to Specific IgE,
Collection Instructions	-
Transport Instructions	Transport ambient at room temperature
Storage Instructions	Store refrigerated at 4°C
Testing Frequency	As Required
Min Test Volume	1mL
Add On Test Suitability	-

Container ID	S, SP
CSR Instructions	Centrifuge, aliquot, and refrigerate.
Laboratory Instructions	None
External Laboratory	SouthPath, Flinders Medical Centre
Accredited Test	Yes

These PDF documents can be downloaded for your reference

Order of Draw (PDF)

Swab Collection Guide (PDF)

Pre-Transfusion Specimen Requirements (PDF)

Requirements for Pathology Service (PDF)