The Total IgE and allergy tests looks at allergy-related antibodies. It is done for: asthma, eczema, food or drug allergy.
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The Total IgE and allergy tests looks at allergy-related antibodies. It is done for: asthma, eczema, food or drug allergy. Why it is done: Asthma, eczema, food or drug allergy. generated by SI from cited sources · general information, not a diagnosis · consult a health professional
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Asthma, eczema, food or drug allergy.
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Allergic tendency or worm infection. Low or negative may mean: Normal. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Allergy-related antibodies.
Blood
Allergic tendency or worm infection.
Normal.
Reference ranges vary by lab, age and sex — always use the range printed on your own report.
Consult a doctor to interpret results — a single test does not make a diagnosis.
Uses your location once to list the nearest facilities. Nothing is stored.
What does the Total IgE and allergy tests measure?
Allergy-related antibodies.
Why is the Total IgE and allergy tests done?
Asthma, eczema, food or drug allergy.
Do I need to fast for the Total IgE and allergy tests?
No fasting needed.
What does a high or positive Total IgE and allergy tests mean?
Allergic tendency or worm infection.
What does a low or negative Total IgE and allergy tests mean?
Normal.
What is the normal range for the Total IgE and allergy tests?
Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report.
Why is Total IgE and allergy tests done?
Asthma, eczema, food or drug allergy.
Do I need to prepare or fast for Total IgE and allergy tests?
No fasting needed. Laboratory-specific; see the reference range on your report. High or positive may mean: Allergic tendency or worm infection. Low or negative may mean: Normal. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
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Sources: SI health summary (own words); MedlinePlus Lab Tests and CDC as references