Test Details
Book IMMUNOGLOBULIN E (IgE) - TOTAL test in Kolkata
Patient Preparation:No special preparation is required
IMMUNOGLOBULIN E (IgE) - TOTAL in Kolkata
Testing for IgE antibodies is useful to establish the diagnosis of an allergic disease and to define the allergens responsible for eliciting signs and symptoms
Why Take this Test
Allergy blood tests are used to find out if you have an allergy. Total IgE test measures the overall number of IgE antibodies in your blood.
Is this Test For You
Your doctor will recommend this test if you have symptoms of:
Wheezing
Chest tightness
Shortness of breath
Recurrent cough
Skin allergies
More Information
An immunoglobulin E (IgE) test measures the blood level of IgE, one of the five subclasses of antibodies. IgE antibodies are found in the lungs, skin, and mucous membranes.
Sample: Serum (2 mL)
Methodology: CLIA/ECLIA