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Test Details

IgE Allergy: Brussels Sprouts

General Info:

Description:

Brussels sprouts, a type of wild cabbage belonging to the Brassicaceae that is cultivated and domesticated, are often served as a side dish. It has been suggested to have allergen lipid transfer protein (LTP) cross-reactive protein, evoking IgE hypersensitivity and causing gastrointestinal, atopy, and anaphylaxis. Healthcare professionals use this test to determine allergic status and guide allergen-specific immunotherapy.

 

Important note: Minimum volume is 1 mL and 0.5 mL for every additional allergen.

Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: 

Serum

Container Type: 

Gold

Volume: 

0.5

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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