Allergen, Food, Scallop
Also known as: SCALLOP
Use
The Allergen, Food, Scallop test is used to detect IgE antibodies specific to scallop allergens. Increased levels of allergen-specific IgE indicate an increased probability of an allergic immune response when exposed to scallops. This test can support the diagnosis of food allergies and help guide dietary modifications for allergy management. The correlation of laboratory results with clinical history and in vivo reactivity to specific allergens is essential for accurate interpretation.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Allergen test results ranging between 0.10-0.34 kU/L are intended for specialist interpretation as clinical relevance is not well determined in this range. Even though increasing IgE concentrations suggest a higher likelihood of a clinically significant allergic reaction, these concentrations may not directly correlate with the degree of clinical allergic response or with results from skin testing. Negative test results do not necessarily rule out the presence of a clinical allergy or the potential for anaphylaxis.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
Scallop IgE
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 7691-9 - Scallop IgE Qn
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 ASAP or within 2 hours of collection.
Patient Preparation
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |
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