Allergen Profile, Food−Shellfish

Casandra

Casandra Test Code LC19063Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab LabcorpLab Test ID 062695CPT Code 86003

Allergen Profile, Food−Shellfish

Clinical Use

Use

The Allergen Profile, Food−Shellfish test is designed to assess specific IgE antibodies to common shellfish allergens, which can help diagnose allergic reactions to shellfish. This test is valuable for patients who exhibit symptoms such as hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, or anaphylaxis after shellfish exposure, symptoms commonly associated with IgE-mediated hypersensitivity. By measuring specific IgE levels, healthcare providers can better understand a patient's risk of shellfish allergy, support clinical diagnoses, and guide dietary and management decisions to prevent allergic reactions.

Special Instructions

For accurate results, it is important to ensure the specimen is appropriately labeled and not exposed to recently administered isotopes that may interfere with the test. Gross hemolysis should also be avoided, as it can lead to rejection of the specimen. The test should be carried out in a suitable timeline to prevent delays, keeping in mind the stability requirements for storage.

Limitations

The test is limited to the detection of specific IgE antibodies to shellfish allergens. It may not identify non-IgE-mediated reactions or other food allergies not related to the shellfish included in the test. The results should not be used as the sole basis for a diagnosis and should be considered alongside clinical examination and patient history. Cross-reactivity with other allergens is possible, and the clinical relevance of detected antibodies must be evaluated in the context of overall clinical findings.

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