DO YOU HAVE SOME QUESTIONS THAT NEED ANSWERS?
DO YOU HAVE SOME QUESTIONS THAT NEED ANSWERS?
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Aperture ImmunoDiagostics is a CLIA and CAP-certified, high-complexity laboratory focused on supporting the diagnostic requirements for TIP treatment. The lab contains a draw center, a sample processing center, and a lab testing center specific to allergy testing.
Aperture ImmunoDiagostics Laboratory is a subsidiary of Food Allergy Institute’s parent company, TPIRC. It is the only lab capable of running the testing required to create the detailed treatment plans used in the Tolerance Induction Program (TIP).
Aperture ImmunoDiagostics is currently the only diagnostic facility capable of developing the highly individualized treatment plans utilized in TIP, with the equipment, trained lab technicians, strict testing procedures, and complete set of tests necessary to develop and maintain the highly individualized treatment plans utilized in the Tolerance Induction Program® (TIP).
Aperture ImmunoDiagostics utilizes highly specialized testing equipment and implores strict testing standards to produce highly accurate results. The lab has a complex and vast allergen menu with over 200+ allergens.
Superior Testing Standards
Aperture ImmunoDiagostics utilizes highly specialized testing equipment and implores strict testing standards to produce highly accurate results. While Quest and LabCorp may offer some of the same tests we run, they are not run under the same conditions to optimize reproducibility and accuracy.
Comprehensive Allergen Menu
The lab has a complex and vast allergen menu with over 200+ allergens and 60 components that allow us to identify the specific proteins in an allergen a patient is allergic to. For example, if a patient is allergic to a peanut, they are allergic to one of the 17 proteins in a peanut. Of those 17 proteins, six are the most common culprits of allergic reactions. Aperture ImmunoDiagostics tests for all six peanut proteins, whereas other labs may only test for two. This in-depth testing is vital to identifying similar proteins for TIP treatment.
Customized Treatment Plans & Real-Time Adjustments
Using in-depth, highly accurate data from blood testing allows us to build treatment plans customized to a patient's unique immune system. Testing data also allows us to make real-time adjustments to your plan throughout treatment to ensure your patient is always on the most optimal path toward food allergy remission.
Expert Lab Technicians & Faster Results
Additionally, our lab technicians are specifically trained to perform testing and analyze results to support the creation of TIP treatment plans. Compared to other Labs in this field, patients only need to come in for one blood draw visit requiring 6 testing tubes, whereas a traditional lab may require 2-3 visits and 13 or more testing tubes. This creates a better experience for our patients.
Unfortunately, no. TIP's highly customized and detailed treatment plans can only be created using accurate and reproducible data from Aperture ImmunoDiagnostics' high-level complexity lab.
The testing for the Tolerance Induction Program® (TIP) is unlike any other testing you have completed in the past. Due to the complexity of our diagnostics process and the importance of your child’s data in the design of their unique treatment protocol, we cannot rely on results or records from any previous blood work or skin test. Our program is based on accurate, consistent, and accountable testing methods. As such, we cannot rely on testing or results performed outside of our diagnostic model.
No. The accuracy of testing at Quest and LabCorp cannot be guaranteed. The variability of test results from these labs is too risky to utilize in our data systems and machine learning. While Quest and LabCorp may offer some of the same tests we run, they are not run under the same conditions to optimize reproducibility and accuracy.
Aperture ImmunoDiagostics is a CLIA Certified, high-complexity laboratory focused on supporting the diagnostic requirements for the Food Allergy Institute’s Tolerance Induction Program® (TIP). Aperture ImmunoDiagostics is currently the only diagnostic facility that is able to perform the complete set of tests necessary to develop and maintain the treatment plans utilized in the Tolerance Induction Program.
There is a minimum requirement of one comprehensive blood draw every 1.5 years. However, your provider will determine what is necessary based on your plan. Additionally, Aperture ImmunoDiagnostics draws blood “all at once” in one visit obtaining the necessary blood volume requirements for comprehensive testing. Quest will require 2-3 times as many vials and the draws are repeated over the course of 4-5 visits spaced out between 2 or more weeks.
Your TIP provider will inform you of the testing location if you or your patient require blood work.
The max out-of-pocket cost for your once-annual blood draw is $2,500. There is a minimum requirement of one comprehensive blood draw every 1.5 years.
Testing costs cover our comprehensive allergen menu of 200+ allergens and specialty testing equipment.
Each blood draw appointment is scheduled for 15 minutes to ensure both the patient and their family have ample time to feel at ease. Please note that the blood draw itself typically takes only about 1-2 minutes.
During a standard blood draw at our lab, a total of 6 vials, or approximately 30 mL of blood, will be drawn.
Yes, the specified amount of blood is within the safe limits for a single draw, according to our guidelines. For your reference, please consult our Pediatric Blood Draw Volume Guidance document for detailed information.
Yes, it is safe to resume your normal activities after your blood draw is complete. Please remember to drink plenty of fluids and be sure to eat.
No, it is not necessary to fast or avoid antihistamines before your upcoming blood draw.