Allergen, Region 18 Respiratory Panel IgE, Alaska
Also known as: REG18PANEL
Use
This test is used for allergen testing in patients located in Alaska. It includes a comprehensive panel of allergens specific to the region, which helps in identifying allergens that might affect individuals living in or traveling to this area. The test measures specific IgE antibodies to various common allergens such as animal dander, tree pollens, grasses, molds, mites, and some insects prevalent in the region. The results can aid in diagnosing allergic conditions and tailoring specific allergen avoidance or immunotherapy strategies.
Special Instructions
Patients should avoid multiple medical encounters to ensure the accuracy of allergen testing results. Specimens should be separated from cells as soon as possible or within two hours after collection. It is crucial to transfer the correct volume of serum to the specified transport tube to ensure accurate analysis.
Limitations
While the test provides quantitative measurements of specific IgE levels to various allergens, the clinical relevance of the results is determined by the specialist. Low levels of IgE (0.10-0.34 kU/L) do not clearly correlate with clinical allergy symptoms, and high levels do not unequivocally indicate symptomatic allergy. Additional clinical assessment is necessary to correlate the laboratory results with patient history and in vivo reactions.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Proteomic Panel)
Biomarkers
Expression
LOINC Codes
- 19113-0
- 6020-2
- 6833-8
- 6090-5
- 6183-8
- 6265-3
- 6075-6
- 15283-5
- 6025-1
- 6096-2
- 6095-4
- 6212-5
- 6078-0
- 6179-6
- 6182-0
- 15284-3
- 6098-8
- 6244-8
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
3 mL
Minimum Volume
1 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Collect using a Serum Separator Tube. Multiple specimen tubes should be avoided.
Patient Preparation
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated storage is advised.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |