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Values are valid only on day of printing. |
This assay is used to detect allergen specific-IgE using the ImmunoCAP® FEIA method. In vitro allergy testing is the primary testing mode for allergy diagnosis.
<0.10 kU/L
Class | IgE (kU/L) | Comment |
0 | <0.10 | Negative |
0/1 | 0.10 - 0.34 | Equivocal/Borderline |
1 | 0.35 - 0.69 | Low Positive |
2 | 0.70 - 3.49 | Moderate Positive |
3 | 3.50 - 17.49 | High Positive |
4 | 17.50 - 49.99 | Very High Positive |
5 | 50.00 - 99.99 | Very High Positive |
6 | >99.99 | Very High Positive |
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