Allergen, Food, Canola (Rapeseed) Oil IgE
Also known as: CANOLA IGE
Use
This test measures the level of IgE specific to canola (rapeseed) oil allergen in the serum. It helps assess allergic sensitization to this specific food allergen. IgE levels provide insight into potential allergic reactions, but the clinical relevance should be correlated with the patient's clinical history and in vivo reactivity. Results are crucial in guiding allergists in the diagnosis and management of food allergies, particularly for individuals suspected of canola oil allergy.
Special Instructions
Ensure proper specimen collection using a serum separator tube and timely separation of serum from cells within 2 hours to enhance test accuracy. The collection process must adhere to precise guidelines, especially when multiple allergens are being tested.
Limitations
The test's results may not correlate directly with clinical symptoms of allergy or predict the extent of an allergic reaction upon exposure to the allergen. Results of allergen-specific IgE should be interpreted in conjunction with other clinical findings. A negative test does not exclude the possibility of an allergic reaction, and false negatives may occur, especially if the allergenic epitope is not present in the test material.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 11195-5
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells immediately or within 2 hours of collection. Use a serum separator tube for collection.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |