Rape Weed (w203) IgE
Quest Diagnostics
Sample type: Serum
Requires fasting: No
Phlebotomy required
Details
This test quantifies an individual’s IgE response to the pollen rape weed. It is an in vitro quantitative assay, which is intended to be used in conjunction with other clinical information to aid in the diagnosis of allergic diseases.
- Rape weed (w203) ige
Estimated days for results: Results should be available in 2 - 5 business days after the sample is collected
Rape Weed (w203) IgE
This test measures your body's IgE response to rape weed pollen, helping to identify allergic reactions. It's a lab test used alongside other clinical information to help diagnose allergic diseases.
This test measures your body's IgE response to rape weed pollen, helping to identify allergic reactions. It's a lab test used alongside other clinical information to help diagnose allergic diseases.
Why might you need this test?
Providers might suggest this test if you have symptoms of an allergy or if other tests like skin tests can't be used because of skin conditions, recent medication use, uncooperative behavior, or a high risk of severe allergic reaction.
What does the test involve?
This test requires a small sample of your blood (0.3 mL serum) to measure how your immune system reacts to rape weed pollen.
Important to know:
- A single test isn't enough for a complete allergy diagnosis. A healthcare professional will consider this test result alongside your medical history and other tests.
- For more detailed information about rape weed allergens, visit Phadia's ImmunoCAP Allergen Information.
Reference:
Bernstein IL, et al. Ann Allergy Asthma Immunol. 2008;100(suppl 3):S1-S148.
2–5 business days
Blood Draw Options with Fullscript
Fullscript offers several convenient phlebotomy options to complete your lab testing:
Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Centers (PSC)
- Location: Visit a nearby Quest Diagnostics Patient Service Center.
- Cost: $10 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here. Appointments are recommended to reduce wait times. Walk-ins are accepted, but may experience delays. Aim to arrive 10 minutes before your appointment.
- Collection Instructions:
- Bring a valid ID.
- Bring your digital or printed requisition form, available in the Labs tab of your Fullscript account.
- Check-in: Scan the QR code from your confirmation email or follow kiosk instructions.
- More Info: Quest Diagnostics blood draw guide
Getlabs Mobile Phlebotomy
- Location: Sample collection at your home or office.
- Cost: $85 sample collection fee (paid during lab order checkout).
- Availability: Available in most locations – enter your ZIP code during checkout to confirm.
- Scheduling: Schedule your appointment here through your Fullscript account.
- Collection Instructions:
- Have your digital or printed requisition form and valid ID ready.
- Your phlebotomist will contact you by phone to coordinate arrival.
- More Info: Getlabs blood draw guide
Specimen
- Preferred Specimen(s): 0.3 mL serum
- Alternative: NA
- Minimum Volume: 0.15 mL
- Collection Instructions: NA
Storage and shipping instructions
- Transport Container: Serum separator tube (SST)
- Transport Temperature: Room Temperature
- Specimen Stability:
- Room temperature: 14 days
- Refrigerated: 14 days
- Frozen: 30 days
- Reject Criteria: NA
State restrictions:
Patient can't order this test if they are located in Hawaii, Puerto Rico, New Jersey, New York, or Rhode Island
