Absolute Eosinophil Count (AEC) Test
- Category
- Allergy
- Sample
- Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm
- Reports () Terms & Conditions Report time varies with time of sample collection.
- In 2 days
- Fasting
- No Fasting
- Age
- 5+ Years
What Is This Test?
Measures the absolute number of eosinophils, a type of white blood cell involved in allergic reactions and in fighting parasites.
Why this test is performed?
Raised levels are seen in allergies, asthma, eczema, worm infestations, some drug reactions and tropical pulmonary eosinophilia. Used to support diagnosis and monitor treatment.
Who should take this test?
Sneezing, runny nose, wheezing, itchy eyes, skin rash/hives, or reactions after eating certain foods or taking medicines.
Test Preparation
No fasting needed.
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- Report time: In 9 days
- No fasting
- Report time: In 9 days
- No fasting
- Report time: In 9 days
- No fasting
- Report time: In 9 days
- No fasting
Frequently asked questions
Allergic conditions (asthma, hay fever, eczema), intestinal worms, certain medicines and, less commonly, autoimmune or blood disorders.
No fasting is needed. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
Blood sample taken from a vein in your arm.
Usually within 11–35 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.
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