Allergen, Food, Cheese Mold IgG

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Casandra Test Code AR04828Version 1 (DRAFT)

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Lab ARUP LaboratoriesLab Test ID 2011729CPT Code 86001

Allergen, Food, Cheese Mold IgG

Also known as: CHSMLD IGG

Clinical Use

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Use

The Allergen, Food, Cheese Mold IgG test evaluates the presence and level of IgG antibodies specific to a cheese mold allergen in the patient’s serum. It is used to assess allergic responses and intolerances related to cheese mold, which can be vital in diagnosing food allergies and managing dietary restrictions for susceptible individuals. Detecting the IgG antibodies helps in understanding the immune response to cheese mold and adjusting the patient's diet accordingly.

Special Instructions

Ensure proper specimen collection and handling as outlined in the Allergen Specimen Collection Instructions. It is crucial to separate the serum from cells as soon as possible, ideally within 2 hours of collection, to ensure the integrity of the sample for accurate analysis.

Limitations

This test is not FDA-cleared or approved and is classified as a laboratory-developed test (LDT). It is intended for clinical purposes and performed under CLIA certification. The results are quantitative and should be interpreted in the context of the patient’s clinical picture. Values below 2.00 mcg/mL suggest the absence of allergen-specific IgG antibodies. However, the presence of these antibodies does not necessarily correlate with clinical symptoms, and other diagnostic evaluations should be considered.

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