Hazelnut IgG4
Use
This test measures the level of IgG4 antibodies specific to hazelnut (filbert), reflecting an immune response. IgG4 testing for food allergens is often considered investigational and should not be used as a sole diagnostic procedure for food allergy without confirmation from established diagnostic protocols.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Results for this test are for Investigational Purposes Only by the assay’s manufacturer. The performance characteristics have not been established. Results should not be used as a diagnostic procedure without confirmation by another medically established diagnostic product or procedure.
Methodology
Immunoassay
Biomarkers
Result Turnaround Time
3-5 days
Related Documents
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Specimen
Serum
Volume
0.3 mL desired
Minimum Volume
Not provided
Container
Gold Top (SST) or Red Top plain tube
Collection Instructions
Venipuncture into serum separator tube or red top plain tube; separate serum from cells
Storage Instructions
Transport refrigerated
Causes for Rejection
Gross hemolysis; gross lipemia
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 14 days |
| Refrigerated | 14 days |
| Frozen | 14 days |
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