Allergen, Food, Pumpkin IgE

Also known as: PMPKN IGE

Clinical Use

Use

The Allergen, Food, Pumpkin IgE test is used to detect the presence of specific IgE antibodies to pumpkin allergens. It is intended to identify allergic sensitization to pumpkin and assist specialists in diagnosing pumpkin-related allergic conditions. The test results are reflective of varying concentrations of allergen-specific IgE, which may indicate the likelihood of an IgE-mediated allergic reaction. However, concentrations may not correlate with the severity of clinical symptoms, and it is important to interpret the results in conjunction with the patient's clinical history and potential in vivo reactivity. A negative result does not rule out the possibility of clinical allergy or anaphylaxis.

Special Instructions

Not provided.

Limitations

Allergen-specific IgE test results should be interpreted with caution. While higher concentrations of allergen-specific IgE suggest a possible allergic reaction, they may not always correlate with clinical symptoms or skin test results. Additionally, test results within the range of 0.10-0.34 kU/L have undetermined clinical relevance and should be evaluated alongside clinical history. Moreover, a negative test outcome does not completely exclude the presence of an allergy or the potential for anaphylactic reactions. It is essential to correlate these laboratory findings with clinical evaluations and in vivo testing.

Test Details

FDA Approved

New York Approved

Methodology

Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)

Biomarkers

Pumpkin IgE

Protein

Pumpkin IgE

Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)

LOINC Codes

Result Codes

6854-4 - Pumpkin IgE Qn

Result Turnaround Time

1-3 days

Specimen

Serum

Volume

0.5 mL

Minimum Volume

0.25 mL

Container

ARUP Standard Transport Tube

Collection Instructions

Separate serum from cells as soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection. For multiple allergen orders, refer to 'Allergen Specimen Collection Instructions'.