Allergens, Inhalants, Profile 13 IgE
Also known as: COMPPRO 13
Use
This test measures specific allergen-specific IgE antibodies to a panel of inhalant allergens. It is used to aid in the diagnosis of allergic diseases, including allergic rhinitis, asthma, and allergic conjunctivitis. The measurement of these antibodies can help to identify the allergens responsible for eliciting a patient's allergic symptoms, thereby supporting the management and treatment of allergic diseases. Tests like these are often used in conjunction with a patient’s clinical history and other allergy tests such as skin testing or challenge tests to provide a comprehensive view of allergy status.
Special Instructions
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided to ensure the accuracy of results. Serum should be separated from cells within 2 hours of collection to maintain sample integrity. Use of a serum separator tube is recommended to minimize the risk of cross-contamination or insufficient specimen volume. Ensure sample transfer is done promptly to an ARUP Standard Transport Tube for optimal results.
Limitations
Concentrations of allergen-specific IgE do not always correlate with the degree of clinical response upon exposure to a specific allergen. A result in the range of 0.10-0.34 kU/L is intended for specialist use as the clinical relevance is undetermined. Results are to be used in conjunction with clinical history and in vivo test results. While high levels of allergen-specific IgE are indicative of sensitization, they do not necessarily predict the occurrence or severity of an allergic reaction. It is possible to have a negative test and still experience clinical allergy or anaphylaxis.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Fluorescent Enzyme Immunoassay)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 6020-2
- 6833-8
- 6153-1
- 6265-3
- 6075-6
- 48767-8
- 6189-5
- 6110-1
- 15283-5
- 6095-4
- 6085-5
- 7425-2
- 6098-8
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.45 mL
Minimum Volume
0.72 mL
Container
ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Collect using a serum separator tube; separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer the required volume to a transport tube.
Patient Preparation
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided.
Storage Instructions
Store 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 |