Immunoglobulin E (IgE) Allergen-Specific Screening Panel (Serum)
This blood test measures levels of Immunoglobulin E (IgE), a type of antibody that your body produces in response to allergens like foods, pollen, or dust mites. It helps identify potential allergies to multiple common triggers in a single test.
["This screening helps determine if you may have an allergic reaction to certain foods or environmental allergens."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 46712-6
- Short code
- Food Allerg Mix2 IgE Qn
- Synonyms
- Food Allerg Mix2 IgE Qn
- Category
- chemistry
- Sample
- serum
- Container
- Red-top tube (SST)
- Units
- N/A
- Fasting
- false
- Population
- adult
- Sex
- all
- Age range
- 18–65 years
- Method
- multidisk
- 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 Does This Test Measure?
The test detects IgE antibodies against a mix of common food allergens, including but not limited to milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish. IgE antibodies are part of your immune system’s response to allergens and can indicate an allergic reaction risk.
Why Might You Need This Test?
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have symptoms like hives, itching, swelling, or digestive issues after eating certain foods, or if you suspect a food allergy based on your medical history.
How Is the Test Performed?
A small blood sample is taken from your arm. The serum (liquid part of blood) is then analyzed in a lab to measure IgE levels against the allergens included in the mix.
What Are Common Allergens Tested?
The mix typically includes allergens like cow’s milk, hen’s eggs, peanuts, tree nuts (e.g., almonds, cashews), wheat, soy, codfish, and shrimp. Results may vary slightly by lab, so confirm with your provider.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Clinical Significance: This test helps identify potential food allergies or sensitivities by measuring IgE responses. While IgE testing can guide diagnosis, it is not definitive for all allergies. Follow-up with an allergist may be needed for confirmation and management plans.
Short name
IgE Allergen Mix Screen
Frequently asked questions
Will I Need to Fast Before the Test?
What Are the Possible Results?
Can This Test Be Done at Home?
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