Serum Immunoassay Panel for Multiple Grass Allergens (Screening)
This test measures levels of specific antibodies in your blood that react to common grass pollen allergens. It helps determine if you may have an allergic reaction to grasses like timothy, orchard, sweet vernal, and other common types.
["This screening helps identify potential grass pollen allergies before symptoms like sneezing, itching, or respiratory issues occur."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 15230-6
- Short code
- Grass Allerg Mix C IgE Ql
- Synonyms
- Grass Allerg Mix C IgE Ql
- 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 This Test Measures
The test detects the presence of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies specific to multiple grass pollen allergens. IgE is a type of antibody that your immune system produces in response to allergens, often triggering allergic reactions.
Why It’s Done
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you experience symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, or wheezing during certain times of the year, particularly when grass is blooming. It can also be used to assess exposure to grass allergens in environments like outdoor work or gardening.
How the Test Works
A small blood sample is drawn, and the serum is tested using immunoassay methods to identify IgE antibodies against grass allergens. This method is highly sensitive and can detect very low levels of these antibodies.
What to Expect Before the Test
There are no special preparations needed for this test. You may have a mild sting from the needle when blood is drawn, but this usually fades quickly. If you’re on blood-thinning medication, let your provider know before the test.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Positive results indicate a likely allergic reaction to grass pollen. This can guide treatment options such as allergy immunotherapy (allergy shots) or avoiding exposure to grass. Negative results suggest no significant allergic response to these allergens, but other allergens or conditions may still be contributing to symptoms.
Short name
Grass Allergy Screen
Frequently asked questions
What Does a Positive Result Mean?
Can I Still Be Allergic Even If Results Are Negative?
How Often Should I Get This Test?
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