Use

This panel tests for specific IgE antibodies to five different stinging insects—honey bee, paper wasp, white-faced hornet, yellow hornet, and yellow jacket—that are commonly associated with allergies. Allergen-specific serum IgE testing is considered comparable to skin testing and may be preferred in certain clinical situations. A positive result indicates sensitization but does not necessarily indicate clinical allergy; diagnosis should be made by a trained provider based on clinical evaluation. Reference: Bernstein IL, et al. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2008;100(3 Suppl 3)S1-S148.