Allergen, Food, Walleye Pike IgE

Casandra

Casandra Test Code AR89317Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab ARUP LaboratoriesLab Test ID 2007611CPT Code 86003

Allergen, Food, Walleye Pike IgE

Also known as: PIKE

Clinical Use

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Use

The Allergen, Food, Walleye Pike IgE test is used to detect specific IgE antibodies to the Walleye Pike allergen in serum. This test aids in diagnosing allergic conditions related to the Walleye Pike, by quantifying the level of IgE to this specific allergen, which may correlate with the likelihood of an allergic reaction. However, the concentration measured does not necessarily predict the severity of an allergic reaction upon exposure to the allergen. Results must be correlated with clinical history and in vivo reactivity to specific allergens.

Special Instructions

Not provided.

Limitations

The concentration of allergen-specific IgE measured may not correlate with the severity of the clinical response upon exposure to the allergen or skin testing results. A negative result cannot rule out the possibility of an allergy or even anaphylaxis to the Walleye Pike allergen. Results should be used in conjunction with clinical history and other diagnostic tests to evaluate the allergy status accurately. The test's performance characteristics have not been reviewed or approved by the FDA, limiting its use to CLIA-certified laboratories.

Test Details

New York Approved