Candida albicans IgG
Use
The Candida albicans IgG test is primarily used to measure the presence of IgG antibodies against the Candida albicans antigen in the serum. While the clinical utility of measuring allergen-specific IgG for Candida albicans is not definitively established, it may provide insights in certain specific clinical scenarios. The test is potentially useful for specialists familiar with the nuances of such measurements, recognizing that the reference ranges provided reflect expected levels in individuals without unusual exposure or immunization against the allergen. These reference ranges are not directly associated with disease occurrence.
Special Instructions
Specialists ordering the quantitative IgG test should be aware of its limitations and the specific contexts in which it may be appropriate. The test should ideally be performed by laboratories with expertise in immunoassays, and results should be interpreted with caution, considering possible immunization or environmental exposures that could affect IgG levels.
Limitations
The Candida albicans IgG test is limited by the lack of established clinical utility in routine allergen-specific antibody testing. The results may not correlate directly with clinical symptoms or disease states and should not be used as a standalone diagnostic tool. False positives or negatives may occur due to varying individual exposure or immunization history. Additionally, the lack of FDA clearance or approval underscores the need for results interpretation within specialized medical contexts, by clinicians who understand both the methodology and its constraints.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
3-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Red or SST
Collection Instructions
Draw blood in a plain red-top tube(s), serum gel tube is acceptable. Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum Frozen in a sterile, screw top tube.
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis: Gross Reject; Gross lipemia: Reject
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |