IDT Intradermal Test IgE immunoglobulin E ISAC Immuno-Solid phase Allergen Chip IUIS International Union of Immunological Societies IVD in vitro diagnostic tool kUA/L kilo Units of Allergen/Liter for allergen-specific IgE antibody assays LAMP-3 Lysosomal-Associated Membrane Protein mAb Monoclonal Antibody...
it is helpful to consider the number of allergens to be tested; in general (depending on the local price and reimbursement system), if more than 10 to 12 allergens are required for an accurate diagnosis using singleplex tests, then a microarray test may be preferable both for the information...
Currently receives ant immunotherapy based on positive skin test response to fire ant whole body extract but is not yet at maintenance dosage (6 wk of therapy on conventional\buildup schedule). Pro: inject immediately; past anaphylaxis and current findings away from medical facility Con: do not ...
in theory, determines to which insects the patient is allergic. Yet, it is best to have a detailed history of the patient because the test results can be imprecise and the body changes its allergic state quite suddenly. There have been a significant number...