Allergen, Food, Gelatin Porcine IgE
Also known as: GEL PORC
Use
The Allergen, Food, Gelatin Porcine IgE test is used to identify allergies related to porcine gelatin. Porcine gelatin is commonly used in foods and pharmaceuticals, and can be a source of allergy for some individuals. This test measures the level of IgE antibodies specific to porcine gelatin in the patient's serum, providing crucial information for the diagnosis and management of gelatin-related allergic reactions.
Special Instructions
Ensure to separate serum from cells as soon as possible, preferably within 2 hours of collection. Store and transport the specimen at room temperature, but refrigeration or freezing is also acceptable. Each specimen must be handled properly to avoid rejection due to hemolysis, icterus, or lipemia.
Limitations
This test was developed and its performance characteristics were determined by Eurofins Viracor. It has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, highlighting limitations in regulatory approval. Additionally, this test is not performed at ARUP, so separate specimens must be submitted if multiple tests are ordered. The test results are interpreted based on a reference interval; however, all results should be correlated with the clinical presentation and patient's history.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (ELISA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 16103-4
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
Plain red or serum separator tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
Store and transport at room temperature. Acceptable conditions include 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 |