Trichophyton rubrum (m205) IgE details
What Trichophyton rubrum (m205) IgE shows
Trichophyton rubrum is a dermatophyte, a fungus that infects skin and nails, and it is one of the most common causes of athlete's foot, jock itch and fungal nail infections. This test measures IgE antibodies specific to it to check for allergic sensitization. In some people, sensitization to dermatophytes has been associated with asthma or allergic skin symptoms. A positive result shows sensitization, not an active infection and not necessarily allergy. Results are read against your symptoms and history, and a suspected fungal infection is assessed separately.
Tests that include Trichophyton rubrum (m205) IgE
This test checks for an allergic reaction to a common fungus, Trichophyton rubrum, which can cause infections like athlete's foot. By measuring the IgE antibodies in your blood, this test can help determine if you have an allergy to this fungus.
- Trichophyton rubrum (m205) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to Trichophyton rubrum, the fungus behind many cases of athlete's foot and nail infection, to check for allergic sensitization.
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