Immunoglobulin IgE (IgE Total), Serum
- 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
Measures total IgE in your blood. IgE is the antibody involved in allergic reactions.
Raised levels are seen in allergies, asthma, eczema and parasitic infections; helps decide on further specific allergy testing.
Sneezing, runny nose, wheezing, itchy eyes, skin rash/hives, or reactions after eating certain foods or taking medicines.
No fasting needed.
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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 12–36 hours after the sample reaches the lab. You will receive the report online.