Egg White (Specific IgE)
- Sample Type
- Standard
- Fasting
- No
- Unit
- kUA/L
Egg white is one of the most common food allergens, especially in children. This test measures IgE antibodies against specific proteins in egg whites (like ovomucoid and ovalbumin). Inclusion in an Allergy Profile is vital because egg allergy can impact vaccination schedules (some vaccines use egg components) and requires strict dietary management.
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Enter your lab result to see where you stand compared to the standard reference range.
Why Context Matters
Many children with egg white sensitization can tolerate 'baked egg' (where proteins are denatured by heat). A standard IgE test does not always distinguish between raw and baked egg tolerance. Furthermore, a positive IgE does not always result in a clinical reaction, necessitating clinical correlation via a specialist.
Lab ranges are statistical averages, not biological laws. "Normal" for a 20-year-old male isn't normal for a 60-year-old female.
Clinical References
Source-of-truth databases and clinical guidelines for Egg White (Specific IgE):
Official Sources
- EAACI guidelines on the management of IgE-mediated food allergy - PubMedpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
Research & Guidelines
- PubMed: Egg White (Specific IgE) Clinical GuidelinesNCBI / PubMed
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