Allergen, Food, Black Bean IgE
Also known as: BLACK BEAN
Use
The Allergen, Food, Black Bean IgE test helps to determine the presence of IgE antibodies to black bean allergen in patients. It is crucial for diagnosing food allergies specific to black beans and aids in the appropriate management and treatment of allergic reactions in patients.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test is not performed at ARUP laboratories, but at Eurofins Viracor, and results from this lab must be interpreted considering their methodological differences. Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens are rejected as these conditions can affect the test results.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Biomarkers
Black Bean IgE
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 21096-3 - Black Bean IgE Qn
Result Turnaround Time
3-6 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL (plus 0.1 mL for each additional allergen ordered)
Minimum Volume
0.34 mL (plus 0.04 mL for each allergen ordered)
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection.
Storage Instructions
Room temperature. Also acceptable: Refrigerated or frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 1 month |
| Refrigerated | 1 month |
| Frozen | 1 year |
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