Regional Allergen Immunoassay (IgE) Profile
This test measures your immune system’s response to common allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, pet dander, or foods, by detecting IgE antibodies.
["Helps identify potential allergens triggering your symptoms or reactions."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 82107-4
- Short code
- Region Allerg Mix3 IgE Qn
- Synonyms
- Region Allerg Mix3 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 This Test Measures
IgE antibodies are part of your immune system’s defense against allergens. This test checks for specific IgE levels against a mix of regional allergens, including but not limited to: grass pollen, tree pollen, mold spores, cat/dog dander, dust mites, and common food allergens like peanuts, milk, or eggs. The results help pinpoint which allergens may be causing your allergic reactions.
Why You Might Need This Test
Your doctor may recommend this test if you experience symptoms like sneezing, itching, rash, or difficulty breathing that suggest allergies. It’s also useful for diagnosing allergies in children or adults who haven’t responded to other treatments.
Sample Collection and Preparation
A small blood sample is drawn from your arm, usually in a clinic or lab setting. The blood is processed to separate the serum, where IgE antibodies are measured. This test does not require fasting or special preparation beyond standard blood draw procedures.
Test Results and Interpretation
Results are reported as positive or negative for each allergen tested. A positive result means your body has produced IgE antibodies against that specific allergen, which may indicate an allergic reaction. Interpretation is done by your healthcare provider based on your symptoms and medical history.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
IgE testing is critical for diagnosing allergic conditions like hay fever, asthma, or food allergies. Elevated IgE levels to specific allergens can guide treatment plans, such as allergy immunotherapy (allergy shots) or avoiding known triggers. It’s important to discuss results with your doctor to understand their relevance to your health.
Short name
IgE to Multiple Allergens
Frequently asked questions
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What if my test results are negative but I still have allergy symptoms?
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