Immunoassay Panel for Multiple IgE Allergens (Screening)
This blood test measures levels of Immunoglobulin E (IgE), a protein your body produces in response to allergens like pollen, dust, or certain foods. It helps identify potential allergies that may cause symptoms such as sneezing, itching, or skin reactions.
["This test helps determine if you may have an allergic reaction to common environmental or food allergens."]
Key facts at a glance
- LOINC
- 50653-5
- Short code
- Tree Allerg Mix8 IgE Qn
- Synonyms
- Tree Allerg Mix8 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 checks for IgE antibodies against a mix of common allergens, including airborne allergens (e.g., grasses, trees, molds), animal dander, dust mites, and certain foods (e.g., peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish). IgE levels can vary widely and may not always correlate directly with allergy severity.
Why Might You Need This Test?
Your healthcare provider may recommend this test if you have symptoms like hives, wheezing, itchy skin, or nasal congestion that suggest allergies. It can also be used before allergy treatments like immunotherapy to assess potential sensitivities.
How Is the Test Performed?
A small blood sample is drawn from a vein in your arm. The sample is sent to a lab where it is analyzed using an immunoassay method to detect IgE antibodies against the listed allergens. Results are reported as qualitative (positive or negative) for each allergen.
What Do the Results Mean?
Positive results for specific allergens indicate a possible allergic reaction to those substances. However, IgE levels alone do not always predict the severity of symptoms or how your body will respond to treatment. Follow-up with an allergist may be needed for further evaluation.
Clinical interpretation
How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.
Clinical Significance: This test is primarily used for screening and diagnosing suspected allergies. Elevated IgE levels to specific allergens can guide treatment plans, such as avoiding triggers or starting allergy medications. It is not a definitive test for allergy diagnosis but can help narrow down potential causes of symptoms.
Short name
IgE Allergy Screen Mix
Frequently asked questions
What does a positive result mean?
Can false positives or negatives occur?
How often should I get this test?
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