Curvularia spicifera/Bipolaris IgE
Use
Testing for specific IgE antibodies to Curvularia spicifera and Bipolaris is useful for identifying allergic sensitization to these molds. Patients with heightened environmental exposure to molds may benefit from assessment to understand allergy-related symptoms.
Special Instructions
For optimal accuracy, it is important to collect and handle specimens according to provided guidelines. Properly label and refrigerate serum samples to maintain stability during transport.
Limitations
The results should not be used as the sole basis for diagnosis; clinical correlation is advised. False positives or negatives may occur; results should be interpreted in body of additional clinical information. Analytically, gross hemolysis, lipemia, or icterus could potentially affect the results by causing assay interference.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (FEIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 42198-2
- 42198-2
- 102267-2
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
For more information, please review the documents below
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 refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Storage Instructions
Refrigerate the serum sample.
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis, gross lipemia, or gross icterus.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |