Allergen-Food-IgE Food Mix

Test ID: 

705045

CPT code:

86003 (x12)

Synonyms:

Allergen Profile, Food

Food Allergen Profile

Clinical Use:

Detect possible allergic responses to various foods and evaluate for hay fever, asthma, atopic eczema, and respiratory allergy. The quantitative allergen-specific IgE test is indicated to determine whether an individual has elevated allergen-specific IgE antibodies; if specific allergic sensitivity is needed to allow immunotherapy to be initiated; when testing individuals for agents that may potentially cause anaphylaxis; when evaluating individuals who are taking medication (eg, long-acting antihistamines) that may interfere with other testing modalities (eg, skin testing); if immunotherapy or other therapeutic measures based on skin testing results have not led to a satisfactory remission of symptoms; when an individual is unresponsive to medical management where identification of offending allergens may be beneficial.

Test Information:

Clam; codfish; corn; egg white; milk; peanut; scallop; sesame seed; shrimp; soybean; walnut; wheat

Specimen Type:

Serum

Requested Volume: 

2 mL

Container Type: 

Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube

Expected Turnaround Time:

1 to 2 Days

Storage Instructions:

Room temperature

Rejection Criteria

Inadequate labeling; gross hemolysis