Mold Allergen Mix 1 IgE and Total IgE
A blood test that measures IgE antibodies to a mix of mold allergens and may also report your total blood IgE level.
["Elevated mold-specific IgE can indicate sensitization to mold, but symptoms and exposure history are needed to determine whether it is clinically relevant."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 61201-0
- Short code
- Mold Allerg Mix1 IgE/IgE total %
- Synonyms
- Mold Allerg Mix1 IgE/IgE total %
- Category
- liver
- 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 is this test?
This test measures IgE antibodies your immune system makes in response to a mixture of mold allergens. The panel may also include total IgE, which reflects the overall amount of IgE in the blood.
Why might I need this test?
Your clinician may order this test to help evaluate possible mold allergy, especially if you have wheezing, coughing, nasal congestion, or eye symptoms after exposure to damp or moldy environments.
How is the test performed?
A blood sample is collected and analyzed in a laboratory using an immunoassay. The report identifies the measured mold-specific IgE result and, when included, the total IgE result.
How do I prepare for the test?
Fasting is generally not required. Tell your clinician about your symptoms, mold exposure, allergic conditions, medications, and any recent immunotherapy, because these factors can help interpret the results.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
An elevated mold-specific IgE result indicates immune sensitization to one or more molds in the tested mixture, but it does not by itself confirm that mold is causing your symptoms. A total IgE elevation can occur with allergies and may also be associated with certain parasitic infections or immune-system conditions. Results should be interpreted with your medical history and examination by your clinician.
Short name
Mold Mix 1 IgE Panel
Frequently asked questions
Does a positive result mean I have mold allergy?
What does the total IgE measurement mean?
Can medications or immunotherapy affect the results?
Sources
- 1
- 2Lab Tests OnlineSource
- 3
Click any link to access the full source. PubMed Central (PMC) links provide free full-text access.
This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
This content is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the guidance of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you have about a medical condition, and never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read here.
If you think you may have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number or go to the nearest emergency department immediately.
Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy