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Test Details

IgE Allergy, Parrot Feathers Test

General Info:

Description:

Allergenic proteins are known to be present in the parrot’s feather bloom, are associated with allergic reactions triggered by frequent exposure to avian aeroantigens, including proteins, present on the feathers. This can lead to hypersensitivity, pneumonitis, rhinoconjunctivitis, allergic rhinitis, bird-egg syndrome and asthma. This test detects specific IgE antibodies involved in causing such allergic reactions.
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 ml

Volume Unit: 

ml

Storage Condition:

02 - 08 °C

Sample Add-on Stability: 

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