Fire Ant (i70) IgE details
What Fire Ant (i70) IgE shows
Imported fire ants are common in the southern United States, and their stings inject venom that can cause allergic reactions in some people. Stings usually happen outdoors, often when a nest is disturbed. This test measures IgE antibodies specific to fire ant to check for allergic sensitization. A positive result can help explain large local swelling or more serious whole-body reactions after a sting, and can help an allergist decide whether further evaluation is needed. A positive result shows sensitization, not necessarily allergy, so it is read against your history of sting reactions, and a negative result does not fully rule out venom allergy.
Tests that include Fire Ant (i70) IgE
This test checks for allergic reactions to fire ant stings by measuring the IgE antibodies in your blood. It's important for people who have had severe reactions to insect stings or suspect they might be allergic.
- Fire Ant (i70) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to fire ant venom to check for allergic sensitization in people who have reacted to fire ant stings.
This test checks for allergic reactions to 5 common insect venoms by looking for specific IgE antibodies in the blood. It's a good alternative to skin tests in certain cases. Remember, a positive result means you have these antibodies, but it doesn't always mean you'll have an allergic reaction. Only a Provider can confirm if you're truly allergic after a full check-up.
- Fire Ant (i70) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to fire ant venom to check for allergic sensitization in people who have reacted to fire ant stings.
- Honey Bee (I1) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to honey bee venom to check for allergic sensitization in people who have had a reaction to a bee sting.
- Paper Wasp (i4) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to paper wasp venom to check for allergic sensitization in people who have had a reaction to a sting.
- White-faced Hornet (i2) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to white-faced hornet venom to check for allergic sensitization after stings, read alongside your history of reactions.
- Yellow Jacket (i3) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to yellow jacket venom to check for allergic sensitization after stings, one of the most common causes of sting reactions.
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