Candida albicans (Monilia), IgE, Serum

Casandra

Casandra Test Code MC30688Version 1 (DRAFT)

Performing Lab

Lab Mayo Clinic LabLab Test ID 82690CPT Code 86003

Candida albicans (Monilia), IgE, Serum

Clinical Use

Use

This test is useful for establishing a diagnosis of an allergy to Candida albicans (Monilia) by detecting specific IgE antibodies in the serum. It assists in defining the allergen responsible for eliciting signs and symptoms of allergy. It is particularly beneficial in identifying allergens responsible for allergic response and/or anaphylactic episodes and confirming sensitization prior to immunotherapy. Additionally, it can help investigate the specificity of allergic reactions to insect venom allergens, drugs, or chemical allergens. However, testing for IgE antibodies is not advised for individuals previously treated with immunotherapy when determining residual clinical sensitivity is not required or when medical management does not rely on allergen specificity.

Special Instructions

For patients not ordering electronically, complete and send an Allergen Test Request (T236) with the specimen. Collection should be facilitated using a serum gel tube as preferred or a red top as acceptable. After collection, centrifuge and aliquot serum into a plastic vial for submission.

Limitations

This test may result in false positives for patients with significantly elevated serum IgE levels (>2500 kU/L) due to nonspecific binding to allergen solid phases. Additionally, detectable IgE antibodies may not always correlate with clinical significance as some individuals may have measurable IgE levels without clinically relevant sensitivity. Hence, results should always be interpreted within the broader clinical context.

Test Details

New York Approved