Allergen, Weed, Wall pellitory (P. officinalis)
Also known as: WALL PELL
Use
The test measures the concentration of allergen-specific IgE antibodies against Wall pellitory (Parietaria officinalis), aiding in the diagnosis of allergic diseases characterized by sensitivity to this specific allergen. These allergies may present symptoms such as allergic rhinitis, hay fever, or asthma. It helps to identify Wall pellitory as a potential cause of clinical allergy symptoms in patients, allowing for more targeted management strategies and allergen avoidance.
Special Instructions
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided to ensure accuracy in test results.
Limitations
The test measures specific IgE concentrations but does not directly correlate with the degree of clinical response or predict results from in vivo skin testing. Allergen results ranging from 0.10-0.34 kU/L have undetermined clinical relevance and should be interpreted by specialists. A negative result does not exclude the presence of a clinical allergy or a risk of anaphylaxis, as sensitivity to allergens can vary among individuals.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 6200-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.25 mL
Container
Serum separator tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 0.5 mL serum to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube.
Patient Preparation
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerated.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |