Casandra
Casandra Test Code LC22684Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Mustard
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
This test is designed to assess the presence of specific IgE antibodies to mustard, which can be indicative of an allergic reaction. It helps in diagnosing mustard allergy, guiding dietary and lifestyle recommendations, and managing allergic conditions.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test is designed only to measure IgE antibodies specific to mustard. It may not detect non-IgE-mediated reactions or other allergens. False negatives or positives are possible, and results should be correlated with clinical evaluations and other diagnostic tools.
Test Details
Methodology
Immunoassay (CLIA)
Biomarkers
Mustard-Specific IgE
AnalyteIgE Levels
Concentration / Level • Quantitative (Continuous) (e.g., copies/mL, % expression)
LOINC Codes
Order Codes
- 6185-3 - Mustard IgE Qn
Result Codes
- 6185-3 - Mustard IgE Qn
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.2 mL
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Red-top tube or gel-barrier tube
Storage Instructions
Room temperature
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 3 months |
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