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Molecular Allergen Array

Order Code
12240012
CPT
86003x300
Test Details
Synonyms

ALEX3 Molecular Allergen Array, Macroarray Allergen Test, MADX Allergy Test

TAT

72 hours

Methodology

Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Reference Interval

< 0.3 kUA/L

Remarks

The ALEX 3 Molecular Allergen Array is an enhanced version of the previous test (ALEX )2, expanding the panel to 300 allergens (previously 285) with additional unique molecular markers and improved Cross-reactive Carbohydrate Determinant (CCD) blocking for greater diagnostic accuracy.

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

3 times per week

Test Overview

ALEX is a multiplex allergy test that measures IgE antibodies to a broad panel of allergen extracts and molecular components. It provides a comprehensive profile of a patient's allergic sensitizations, improving diagnosis and enabling personalized allergy therapy​.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Serum (SST; Gold Top or plain serum; Red Top) - Preferred or Lithium Heparin Plasma (Green Top) - acceptable

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 1 year at -20°C
Order Code
12240012
CPT
86003x300
Test Details
Synonyms

ALEX3 Molecular Allergen Array, Macroarray Allergen Test, MADX Allergy Test

TAT

72 hours

Methodology

Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

Reference Interval

< 0.3 kUA/L

Remarks

The ALEX 3 Molecular Allergen Array is an enhanced version of the previous test (ALEX )2, expanding the panel to 300 allergens (previously 285) with additional unique molecular markers and improved Cross-reactive Carbohydrate Determinant (CCD) blocking for greater diagnostic accuracy.

Performing Location

Accredited NRL Laboratory

Testing Frequency

3 times per week

Test Overview

ALEX is a multiplex allergy test that measures IgE antibodies to a broad panel of allergen extracts and molecular components. It provides a comprehensive profile of a patient's allergic sensitizations, improving diagnosis and enabling personalized allergy therapy​.

Specimen Type

Serum or Plasma

Volume

1 mL

Specimen Container

Serum (SST; Gold Top or plain serum; Red Top) - Preferred or Lithium Heparin Plasma (Green Top) - acceptable

Patient Preparation

No special preparation is required for this test. You may eat, drink, and take your medications as normal, unless instructed otherwise by your healthcare provider.

Collection

This test does not require any special collection or pre-analytical handling. Follow routine specimen collection protocols.

Specimen Stability
Temperature Period
Refrigerated 7 days
Frozen 1 year at -20°C