Boiled Milk
Use
The Boiled Milk test measures specific IgE antibodies to boiled milk proteins, which can aid in diagnosing milk allergy in patients. Allergies to milk are common, particularly in children, and this test assists healthcare providers in assessing allergic reactions specific to boiled milk proteins. Milk allergies can cause a range of symptoms, from mild to severe, and this test helps in creating a specific management plan for patients sensitive to boiled milk.
Special Instructions
Hemolysis, lipemia, and icterus interfere with test accuracy and should be avoided. This test uses the Thermo Fisher ImmunoCAP® methodology, commonly used in allergen assays to provide reliable and reproducible results. It is important to collect the specimen in the specified container type to ensure sample integrity.
Limitations
The Boiled Milk test is specific for IgE antibodies and should not be used to determine total IgE levels. As with all allergy tests, results should be interpreted in conjunction with patient history and clinical findings. Some medications and conditions may affect test results, and the test does not identify non-IgE-mediated allergies. The interpretative value of the results can be influenced by total IgE levels in very allergic patients. Cross-sensitivity among different milk proteins means that specific protein sensitivities may not be distinguished.
Methodology
Immunoassay (Multiplex Protein Panel)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 10940-5
- 10940-5
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
Specimen
Serum
Volume
1 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
One 8.5-mL red-top tube or one 8.5-mL gel-barrier tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 3 months |