Immunoglobulin E (IgE), Total, Serum – Serology

Preferred Specimen(s) 1.0 mL Serum

Transport Container Plastic Screw cap vial

Transport Temperature

Refrigerated 1 week,
-20oC Long term

Reject Criteria

Gross hemolysis,
lipemic

Methodology FEIA ( fluorometric enzyme immunocapture assay)

Clinical Significance IgE concentrations are increased with allergies (atopic disease), asthma, parasitic infections, unusual monoclonal gammopathies, and severe atopic dermatitis. IgE concentrations can be within the reference range with atopic disease. Individuals with low or low-normal concentrations typically do not have atopic disease.