Allergen, Grass, Common Reed IgE
Also known as: REED POL
Use
This test is used to measure the concentration of allergen-specific IgE antibodies in the serum for the grass allergen, Common Reed. The results help assess the likelihood of an IgE-mediated allergic response upon exposure to this allergen. While the quantitative measurement of IgE levels provides an indication of sensitization, it does not correlate directly with the severity of clinical symptoms or skin test results. Therefore, test outcomes should be integrated with clinical history and in vivo allergen reactivity to manage and diagnose allergic conditions effectively.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The concentration ranges provided are indicative of increasing levels of allergen-specific IgE but may not correlate precisely with clinical response or skin testing results. Even a negative test result does not exclude the possibility of clinical allergy or anaphylaxis. The test is designed for specialist evaluation when IgE levels are detected between 0.10-0.34 kU/L, as their clinical relevance is not established.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
Common Reed IgE
Analyte
LOINC Codes
- 6855-1 - Common Reed 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
Collect in a serum separator tube. Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated storage and transport required.
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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