Allergen Profile, Food−Vegetable II

Casandra

Casandra Test Code LC76339Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab LabcorpLab Test ID 601823CPT Code 86003

Allergen Profile, Food−Vegetable II

Clinical Use

Use

The Allergen Profile, Food−Vegetable II test is designed to quantitatively measure specific IgE antibodies to a panel of food allergens commonly found in vegetables, including kidney bean, carrot, green bean, green pea, onions, potato, soybean, summer squash, and tomato. This test aids in the diagnosis of allergic sensitivity, which is crucial for the management of allergic disorders, including respiratory and food allergies. Accurate identification of specific IgE antibodies provides better clinical insight into potential allergens that may be causing symptoms, allowing for more personalized allergy management strategies.

Special Instructions

This test employs the Thermo Fisher ImmunoCAP® technology, a well-recognized method for the detection of specific IgE antibodies. To ensure accuracy, it is important to avoid recently administered isotopes as they can cause interference. Additionally, samples must be labeled correctly to avoid rejection.

Limitations

While this test is designed to detect specific IgE antibodies to a range of vegetable allergens, it may not rule out other potential allergenic sources not covered by the panel. Cross-reactivity to homologous proteins in non-tested items may occur, which could influence results. The quantitative levels of IgE do not always correlate directly with clinical symptoms; thus, test results should be interpreted in the context of a thorough clinical evaluation. It is important to note that certain environmental or pre-analytical factors, such as hemolysis, may impact the accuracy of this test.

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