Total IgE Allergy Test Price | Lahalak Platform
Suffer from chronic allergies or asthma? This test measures the antibodies responsible for allergic reactions, serving as a vital first step in understanding and diagnosing your specific condition.
Scientific name: Total Immunoglobulin E (IgE) Level Test
This test measures the total serum concentration of immunoglobulin E (IgE). IgE is a class of antibodies produced in response to allergens (such as pollen, dust mites, and certain foods) and parasites. IgE binds to receptors on the surface of mast cells and eosinophils, and upon re-exposure to the allergen, its breakdown triggers the release of inf...
Service type
Laboratory test (Blood)
Duration
10-15 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- A detailed quantitative analysis of total serum immunoglobulin E (IgE) levels
- Consult an allergy and immunology specialist to interpret the initial results.
- Personal support services from Lahalak
Medical Service Information
Conditions & Notices
- Fasting is not usually required before this test, although some laboratories may prefer fasting for 4 hours.
- The doctor should be informed about all medications, especially oral or long-acting injectable cortisone, because it may falsely lower IgE levels.
- Levels may vary slightly depending on the time of day and season (higher at night and during allergy season), but this variation is usually not significant enough to affect the clinical decision.
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