Acremoniumigeigetotal
This blood test measures IgE antibodies specific to Acremonium mold and checks total IgE levels to help diagnose mold-related allergies.
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Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 61207-7
- Short code
- ACR-IgE
- Synonyms
- Acremonium IgE/IgE total %
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Serum separator tube (SST/Gold top) or plain red top tube
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 0
- Ref high
- 100
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- ≥ 0 years
- Method
- Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay or Chemiluminescent Immunoassay)
- CPT
- 86003 (Allergen specific IgE, each allergen), 86005 (Total IgE)
- SNOMED
- 413215004 (Allergy test), 780961000000109 (Acremonium IgE antibody measurement)
- Specimen volume
- 1.0-2.0 mL serum minimum; 2.5-3.5 mL preferred for full panel testing
- Stability
- Room temperature: 8 hours; Refrigerated (2-8°C): 7 days; Frozen (-20°C or below): 30 days. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
- Hemolysis max
- 50
- Lipemia max
- 40
- Icterus max
- 20
- TAT
- 24–72 hours
- Order
- routine
What is this test?
The Acremonium sp. IgE antibody test is a blood test that detects whether your immune system is allergic to Acremonium, a common type of mold found in soil, decaying plants, and indoor environments. The test measures two things: specific IgE antibodies against Acremonium and your total IgE level (the overall amount of IgE antibodies in your blood).
Why might I need this test?
Your doctor may order this test if you have symptoms that suggest a mold allergy, such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, wheezing, or difficulty breathing. It is particularly useful for diagnosing allergic conditions like allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA), asthma exacerbations triggered by mold, or other respiratory allergies. The test helps determine if Acremonium mold is the cause of your symptoms.
How is the test performed?
A healthcare professional will draw a small blood sample from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory where it is analyzed to measure your IgE antibody levels. You do not need to fast or make any special preparations before this test. The procedure only takes a few minutes and is generally well-tolerated.
What do the results mean?
Results are typically reported as a numerical value (kU/L) for both the specific Acremonium IgE and total IgE. A higher level of Acremonium-specific IgE indicates that you have developed antibodies against this mold and may have an allergy. Your doctor will interpret these results together with your symptoms and medical history to make a diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment.
Reference range
Total IgE: Age-dependent reference ranges (typically 0-100 kU/L for adults); Specific IgE to Acremonium: <0.35 kU/L considered negative; 0.35-0.70 kU/L low positive; 0.70-3.50 kU/L moderate positive; 3.50-17.5 kU/L high positive; >17.5 kU/L very high positiveN/A
No special preparation required. Patient may continue antihistamine medications unless otherwise instructed by ordering physician. Inform laboratory of current medications especially antihistamines, corticosteroids, or immunosuppressants.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
◆Associated findings1
Frequently asked questions
Is this test painful?
How long does it take to get results?
Do I need to stop taking allergy medications before the test?
What happens if my results are positive?
Can this test diagnose all mold allergies?
Sources
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