Catfish (Siluriformes spp) IgE

Casandra

Casandra Test Code MC95687Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab Mayo Clinic LabLab Test ID FCATECPT Code 86003

Catfish (Siluriformes spp) IgE

Clinical Use

Use

The Catfish (Siluriformes spp) IgE test measures specific IgE antibodies to catfish allergens in the blood. It is used to aid in the diagnosis of an IgE-mediated hypersensitivity to catfish, commonly found in individuals with fish allergies. This test helps in assessing allergic reactions to fish, supporting the clinician in developing an appropriate management plan for patients with suspected food allergies. Understanding specific fish allergies is important in dietary modifications and avoiding potential allergenic exposures for affected individuals.

Special Instructions

Serum is the required specimen type for this test. It is important to refrigerate the specimen and send it in a timely manner to ensure its stability and reliability. Collection should involve centrifugation and aliquoting serum into a plastic vial. Proper handling and transportation are crucial to prevent specimen rejection due to issues like lipemia, which is a cause for rejection.

Limitations

This test has not been cleared or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. It was developed and its performance characteristics determined by Eurofins Viracor. The interpretation of test results should be conducted by a healthcare professional in the context of the individual patient's clinical history and symptoms. False positives or negatives may occur, and cross-reactivity with other allergens should be considered. Improper specimen handling or inappropriate collection methods can affect test outcomes.

Test Details

New York Approved