Pecan Nut (f201) IgE

What this laboratory test evaluates

Pecan Nut (f201) IgE
This test measures the body's immune response to pecan nuts by checking for specific IgE antibodies in the serum. It's crucial for diagnosing nut allergies and understanding how your body reacts to pecan nuts.

What patients is this test right for?This test is particularly useful for individuals who have experienced symptoms that may suggest a nut allergy.

These symptoms can include:• Itchy or swollen lips, mouth, or throat
• Skin reactions such as hives, eczema, or redness
• Stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Difficulty breathing or wheezing
• Anaphylaxis in severe cases

What type of sample is required for this test?0.3 mL serum.
A small blood sample is needed.

Test Resources:For more information on nut allergies and testing, you might find these resources helpful:

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Additional test information

This test measures the body's immune response to pecan nuts by checking for specific IgE antibodies in the serum. It's crucial for diagnosing nut allergies and understanding how your body reacts to pecan nuts.

Collection and processing

• Sample type: Serum
• Fasting: No
• Estimated laboratory processing: Results should be available in 2 – 5 business days after the sample is collected

How Sunridge uses laboratory information

Sunridge considers the medical question, symptoms, history, medications, prior results, and whether the finding could change care before recommending testing. A laboratory result is not interpreted in isolation and does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Before requesting this test

Availability, collection requirements, eligibility, and processing estimates can change. Sunridge reviews each request and, when appropriate, creates the order through Fullscript. Follow the current instructions supplied with the approved order.