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Hazel Nut Allergens Panel, IgE, Serum

Test ID: HAZELPANEL
Orderable by Ontario ND

Test

Aliases/Synonyms

Hazelnut

Method

ImmunoCAP™

Method Description

ImmunoCAP™ assays are based on binding of allergen-specific IgE antibodies in serum to allergen (extract or allergen molecule) coupled in excess to a solid phase. Bound IgE is subsequently detected with enzyme-labeled anti-human IgE, where the fluorescence intensity is proportional to the amount of allergen-specific IgE.

Platform

Phadia

Specimens

Serum

Test Location

Hamilton General Hospital, 237 Barton St E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2

Test Version

17-Nov-2023

Specimen

Specimens

Serum

Sample Volume

2 mL

Specimen Comment

Submit enough specimen for number of IgE tests ordered. Each test requires 50 µL and 2 mL is sufficient for 10-12 tests.

Collection & Handling

Handling Information

Store and send frozen.

Additional Information

Stability

Refrigerated 3 days
Frozen 6 Months

Test Version

17-Nov-2023

Performance / Interpretation

Method

ImmunoCAP™

Method Description

ImmunoCAP™ assays are based on binding of allergen-specific IgE antibodies in serum to allergen (extract or allergen molecule) coupled in excess to a solid phase. Bound IgE is subsequently detected with enzyme-labeled anti-human IgE, where the fluorescence intensity is proportional to the amount of allergen-specific IgE.

Platform

Phadia

Turnaround Time

10 days

Test Location

Hamilton General Hospital, 237 Barton St E, Hamilton ON L8L 2X2

Test Version

17-Nov-2023

Interface / Setup

HL7 Interface Codes

Order Code Result Codes Units

Test Version

17-Nov-2023