Allergen, Food, Whey IgG

Casandra

Casandra Test Code AR35783Version 1 (DRAFT)

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Lab ARUP LaboratoriesLab Test ID 0090291CPT Code 86001

Allergen, Food, Whey IgG

Also known as: WHEY IGG

Clinical Use

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Use

The Allergen, Food, Whey IgG test is used to determine the presence of IgG antibodies specific to whey proteins in the blood, which can help in identifying potential food sensitivities or allergies. Values less than 2.00 mcg/mL indicate absent or undetectable levels of allergen-specific IgG antibody, while higher values may suggest sensitivity or exposure to whey proteins. This test provides quantitative measurement of IgG antibodies, which are often used in the context of diagnosing food-related hypersensitivity reactions.

Special Instructions

Ensure to collect the specimen in a plain red or serum separator tube (SST). The serum should be separated from cells as soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection, and then transferred to an ARUP standard transport tube with a minimum volume of 0.25 mL. Follow the 'Allergen Specimen Collection Instructions' for detailed steps. Proper storage and transport are crucial for maintaining specimen integrity.

Limitations

This test is not approved for use in New York state, and samples should not be submitted to ARUP if from New York. Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic samples are not acceptable, as these conditions can interfere with the test results. The test is developed as a Laboratory Developed Test (LDT) under CLIA regulations and has not been cleared or approved by the FDA.

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