Hickory Shagbark (Carya ovata) IgE
Use
The Hickory Shagbark (Carya ovata) IgE test is used to detect the presence of specific IgE antibodies in the serum, indicating a possible allergic reaction to Hickory Shagbark. This test helps in diagnosing allergic diseases related to the exposure of Carya ovata and can assist in the management and decision-making process for treatment of patients with suspected IgE-mediated hypersensitivity.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
The test is specific to IgE antibodies linked directly to Hickory Shagbark (Carya ovata) and is thus limited to diagnosing hypersensitivity reactions related to this specific allergen. It cannot detect non-IgE-mediated allergies or other types of hypersensitivities that may be present. The presence of lipemia in the specimen can lead to rejection. As this test has not been cleared or approved by the FDA, it limits the use to contexts where FDA approval is not a requirement for clinical decisions.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (EIA)
Biomarkers
Hickory Shagbark (Carya ovata) IgE
Protein
LOINC Codes
- 7404-7 - Shagbark Hickory IgE Qn
- 7404-7 - Shagbark Hickory IgE Qn
- 102754-9 - Shagbark Hickory IgE RAST
Result Turnaround Time
4-7 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.5 mL
Minimum Volume
0.5 mL
Container
Plastic vial
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
Refrigerated (preferred) for 28 days, ambient for 28 days, or frozen for 365 days.
Causes for Rejection
Lipemia
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 28 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |