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Immunoglobulin E (ige) is a laboratory test that measures a result in a Blood (Serum) sample. It may be ordered to investigate symptoms, support a diagnosis or monitor a condition, depending on your clinician's advice.
The current booking price is shown at Rs. 1064 against an MRP of Rs. 1400, inclusive of taxes where applicable.
Fast for 8–12 hours before sample collection. Plain water is allowed unless your clinician advises otherwise. Home sample collection is available in serviceable cities. A trained phlebotomist collects the sample using sterile equipment, and the report is shared online after processing.
Reference ranges vary by laboratory and method. Use the range printed on your final report. The information below is educational only.
| Measure | Typical guide | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Result unit | IU/mL | Use the reference range printed on your final report. |
| High total IgE | Possible allergy, asthma, parasite or immune context | Does not identify the exact allergen. |
| Specific IgE | Allergen-specific test | Often needed when the allergen must be identified. |
| Reason | Description |
|---|---|
| Allergy support | Used with allergic symptoms and clinical history. |
| Asthma context | May support treatment planning in allergic asthma. |
| Immune review | May be used in selected infection, parasite or immune disorder workups. |
| Situation | Description |
|---|---|
| Allergy symptoms | Sneezing, itchy/watery eyes, hives, rash, runny nose, wheezing. |
| Respiratory symptoms | Asthma-like symptoms, chest tightness or allergy-triggered breathing issues. |
| Follow-up users | People needing broader allergy evaluation before specific IgE testing. |
| Topic | Guidance |
|---|---|
| Fasting | Fast for 8–12 hours before sample collection. Plain water is allowed unless your clinician advises otherwise. |
| Important limit | Total IgE cannot confirm the exact allergy by itself. |
| Next step | Specific IgE or skin testing may be advised if symptoms fit. |
Home sample collection for Immunoglobulin E (ige) is available in the cities below, subject to confirmation of your pincode at booking.
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Your sample is collected by a trained phlebotomist and sent to the partner laboratory for analysis. The laboratory processes the sample using its validated procedures and quality controls. Your final report shows the result, unit and reference range used for that test. Discuss an unexpected or abnormal result with your clinician.