Eggplantigerast (Serum/plasma Substance Concentration by Immunoassay)
This test measures the concentration of eggplantigerast, a substance detected in blood serum or plasma using an immunoassay method. Eggplantigerast is not a well-documented or commonly recognized analyte in standard medical practice, so its clinical relevance is unclear.
["This test may be used for research or specialized studies but is not routinely performed for general health monitoring."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 102289-6
- Short code
- Eggplant IgE RAST
- Synonyms
- Eggplant IgE RAST
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Ref low
- 10
- Ref high
- 40
- Critical range
- — – 500 N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- rast
- CPT
- 84484
- SNOMED
- 302774002
- Specimen volume
- 5 mL
- Stability
- Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
- Hemolysis max
- 500
- Lipemia max
- 1000
- Icterus max
- 500
- TAT
- 4–24 hours
- Order
- routine
What Is Eggplantigerast?
Eggplantigerast is an unspecified substance identified in blood samples through an immunoassay technique. Immunoassays detect specific proteins or molecules by measuring their interaction with antibodies. This test is not part of standard diagnostic panels and may be investigational or experimental in nature.
Why Might You Need This Test?
This test could be ordered for research purposes, clinical trials, or specialized studies investigating rare or emerging biomarkers. It may also be part of a broader research project evaluating novel biomarkers in blood. Your healthcare provider would explain the specific reason for this test.
How Is the Test Performed?
A blood sample is drawn from a vein, typically in your arm. The sample is then processed and analyzed in a laboratory using an immunoassay method to measure eggplantigerast concentration. Results are reported as a substance concentration in the blood.
What Do the Results Mean?
Since eggplantigerast is not a standard analyte, results are not compared to typical reference ranges. Interpretation depends on the clinical context, such as research objectives or specific study parameters. Your healthcare provider will discuss the results in relation to your health and the study’s goals.
Reference range
Adult: 10-40 U/LN/A
No special preparation required. Avoid fatty meals before the test if possible.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
◆Associated findings1
Short name
Eggplantigerast Level
Frequently asked questions
Why is my doctor requesting this test?
What should I expect during or after the blood draw?
Are there any risks or side effects associated with this test?
Sources
- 1
- 2Lab Tests OnlineSource
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