Allergens, Food, Comprehensive Profile 1
Also known as: FOOD PAN
Use
The Allergens, Food, Comprehensive Profile 1 test is designed to assess specific IgE antibodies against a panel of food allergens. It assists in diagnosing food allergies by measuring the immune response to various common food proteins. This test aids clinicians in determining if a patient's symptoms are related to food allergies, which can range from mild reactions to severe anaphylactic responses. Understanding a patient's specific allergen profile is crucial for dietary planning and management of allergic conditions.
Special Instructions
It is recommended to avoid multiple patient encounters to prevent cross-contamination. Serum should be separated from cells as soon as possible, ideally within 2 hours of collection. Ensure that patient samples are handled and stored according to specified conditions to maintain sample integrity and accurate results.
Limitations
Allergen results within the range of 0.10-0.34 kU/L should be interpreted cautiously as clinical relevance is undetermined. The test measures the concentration of allergen-specific IgE but may not correlate with the severity of clinical symptoms experienced by the patient or skin test results. A negative result does not rule out the possibility of a clinical allergy. All results should be considered in the context of the patient's clinical history and observed reactions to allergen exposure.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 7563-0
- 6061-6
- 6836-1
- 6092-1
- 6106-9
- 6841-1
- 6161-4
- 7258-7
- 6279-4
- 6194-5
- 6206-7
- 7674-5
- 6246-3
- 6248-9
- 6266-1
- 6276-0
- 6082-2
- 6190-3
- 48767-8
- 6220-8
- 6230-7
- 6037-6
- 6270-3
- 6087-1
- 7169-6
- 6039-2
- 6219-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
2.75 mL
Minimum Volume
1.24 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Collect serum using a serum separator tube. Avoid using multiple specimen tubes.
Patient Preparation
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided.
Storage Instructions
Store refrigerated. After separation from cells, specimens are stable for 48 hours at ambient temperature, 2 weeks refrigerated, and 1 year frozen.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolyzed, icteric, or lipemic specimens.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 48 hours |
| Refrigerated | 2 weeks |
| Frozen | 1 year |