Allergen, Food, Lobster
Also known as: LOBSTER
Use
The Allergen, Food, Lobster test measures the level of IgE specifically directed against lobster allergens to determine potential allergic sensitivity. This test can aid specialists in diagnosing and managing allergic reactions to lobster, which may cause symptoms ranging from mild to potentially severe anaphylactic responses. Identifying an allergic response can help guide dietary and lifestyle adjustments to ensure the patient's safety when consuming or being exposed to lobster or lobster-derived products.
Special Instructions
Avoid multiple patient encounters to prevent sensitization variability. Ensure accuracy in specimen collection by following guidelines for serum preparation and handling. Adhering to proper storage and transport conditions is crucial to maintain specimen integrity until analysis.
Limitations
The test results should not be considered in isolation. While increasing concentrations of allergen-specific IgE generally reflect higher probabilities of clinical reactivity, they may not correlate directly with either clinical symptoms or in vivo challenge results. False negatives can occur, and a negative IgE result does not exclude clinical allergy or the potential for anaphylaxis. Clinical correlation with patient history and additional testing may be necessary to confirm diagnosis.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 6165-5
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
Collect using a serum separator tube. Separate serum from cells as soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated storage required for transport.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |