Respiratory Profile, Region 3, South Atlantic (GA, N.FA, SC), Serum
Use
This test is utilized for assessing sensitization to various inhalant allergens found in the South Atlantic region including Georgia, Northern Florida, and South Carolina. It aids in defining the allergen responsible for eliciting signs and symptoms and confirming sensitization prior to beginning immunotherapy. Additionally, it is used for investigating the specificity of allergic reactions to insect venom allergens, drugs, or chemical allergens.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Elevated concentrations of total IgE are not diagnostic for allergic disease alone and must be interpreted within the clinical context including age, sex, travel history, potential allergen exposure, and family history. A normal concentration of total IgE does not eliminate the possibility of allergic disease. Some individuals with clinically insignificant sensitivity to allergens may have measurable levels of IgE antibodies in serum, requiring clinical interpretation.
FDA ApprovedNew York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (FEIA)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 48826-2 - Resp allergen S Atl a Pnl Ser
- 6020-2 - A alternata IgE Qn
- 6025-1 - A fumgtus IgE Qn
- 6034-3 - Bahia grass IgE Qn
- 6041-8 - Bermuda grass IgE Qn
- 15283-5 - Silver Birch IgE Qn
- 7155-5 - Boxelder IgE Qn
- 6833-8 - Cat Dander IgE Qn
- 6178-8 - Mt Juniper IgE Qn
- 53760-5 - Cladosporium IgE Qn
- 6078-0 - Roach IgE Qn
- 6095-4 - D farinae IgE Qn
- 6098-8 - Dog Dander IgE Qn
- 6096-2 - D pteronyss IgE Qn
- 6109-3 - White Elm IgE Qn
- 19113-0 - IgE SerPl-aCnc
- 6186-1 - Nettle IgE Qn
- 6189-5 - White Oak IgE Qn
- 6212-5 - P notatum IgE Qn
- 6233-1 - Deprecated IgE Qn
- 6244-8 - Sheep Sorrel IgE Qn
- 6085-5 - Common Ragweed IgE Qn
- 6265-3 - Timothy IgE Qn
- 6208-3 - Pecan/Hick Nut IgE Qn
Result Turnaround Time
1-3 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
1.6 mL
Minimum Volume
1.4 mL
Container
Plastic vial
Collection Instructions
Centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial.
Causes for Rejection
None specified, gross hemolysis and lipemia are acceptable.
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 90 days |