Venom Honey Bee IgG
Use
This test is used to measure the level of IgG antibodies to honey bee venom in the serum. It helps in assessing a person's immune response to venom exposure, providing information on the risk of allergic reactions to honey bee stings. Elevated levels of venom-specific IgG are generally associated with protection from serious reactions to stings, whereas lower levels indicate a higher risk of severe reactions.
Special Instructions
Blood should be drawn into a plain red-top tube, and serum gel tubes are also acceptable. Proper handling and transportation are crucial for accurate results; the specimen should be spun down, and 0.5 mL of serum should be sent refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Limitations
The test results should be interpreted within the clinical context. Venom-specific IgG levels are an indicator but not absolute confirmation of protection against allergic reactions. The IgG levels can vary depending on recent exposures and treatment interventions such as venom immunotherapy.
New York Approved
Methodology
Immunoassay (Phadia ImmunoCAP)
Biomarkers
LOINC Codes
- 49739-6
- 49739-6
Result Turnaround Time
2-7 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(s) is acceptable. Spin down and send 0.5 mL of serum refrigerated in a plastic vial.
Causes for Rejection
Hemolysis, Lipemia, Icterus, Other
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 7 days |
| Refrigerated | 28 days |
| Frozen | 365 days |