- Test Name
- Immunoglobulin E
- Aliases
- IgE
- Provincial Mnemonic
- IGE
- LOINC Test Code
- 19113-0
- Description and Primary Use
- Primarily present in skin and mucous membranes and is believed to function in response to environmental antigens and to play a role in allergic reactions.
- Reorder interval
- Not yet defined
- TAT
- 7 days
- Test Cost
- Not Available
- Tier
- 1 - General Availability
- Ordering Requirements (Restrictions / Conditions)
No Restrictions
- Required Consultations
- None
- Algorithms and Guidelines
None
- Special Patient Preparation
None
- Special Collection / Transport / Processing Requirements
No special requirement
- Criteria for Rejection
Based on specimen condition and stability
- Laboratory Service Area
- Clinical Chemistry
- Performing Laboratory / Site
- Category 4 Laboratory (HSC only)
- Last Updated
- 04-Sep-19