Allergen, Grass, Meadow Fescue
Also known as: MEADOW
Use
The Allergen, Grass, Meadow Fescue test is used to determine the presence of specific IgE antibodies to the Meadow Fescue grass allergen. IgE antibodies are involved in allergic reactions, and their presence in significant amounts can indicate an allergic sensitivity. This test is suitable for evaluating individuals who may have allergic rhinitis, asthma, or other allergic conditions potentially triggered by exposure to this specific grass pollen. The correlation of laboratory findings with clinical history and other allergy testing is crucial for accurate diagnosis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
While the test measures the concentration of allergen-specific IgE, these concentrations may not correlate directly with the severity of clinical symptoms or skin test results when exposed to the allergen. A normal result does not necessarily rule out clinical allergy or anaphylaxis, and low levels of IgE may not reflect all instances of allergic response. The interpretive guidelines indicate that IgE levels from 0.10-0.34 kU/L have undetermined clinical relevance and should be interpreted by a specialist in the context of the patient’s history and other studies.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
Grass, Meadow Fescue IgE
Protein
LOINC Codes
- 6169-7 - Meadow Fescue 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 within 2 hours of collection. Transfer the serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Patient Preparation
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated after separation from cells.
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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