Allergens, Staphylococcal aureus Panel IgE
Also known as: STAPHPANII
Use
This test measures the presence of allergen-specific IgE antibodies to Staphylococcus aureus enterotoxins A and B. These antibodies can play a role in various allergic responses and can help in identifying and managing allergic diseases related to Staphylococcus aureus components. Assessing IgE levels helps in understanding the patient's potential allergic reactions, although the correlation with clinical responses or skin testing may vary.
Special Instructions
Multiple patient encounters should be avoided during specimen collection to ensure consistent results. Use of serum separator tubes is recommended, and serum should be separated from cells as soon as possible or within 2 hours of collection. Use an ARUP Standard Transport Tube for serum transfer.
Limitations
The test results for allergen-specific IgE levels may not directly correlate with the degree of clinical response or results from skin testing. Even though increasing IgE concentrations may reflect the increasing presence of allergen-specific antibodies, they may not accurately predict clinical symptoms or anaphylaxis. A negative test result does not entirely exclude the possibility of an allergic reaction or anaphylaxis.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (ECLIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 19113-0
- 25822-8
- 25821-0
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.3 mL
Container
Serum separator tube, ARUP Standard Transport Tube
Collection Instructions
Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection and transfer 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 |