Daucus carota Ab.IgE

AllergyAlso known as: Carrot IgE QnAlso known as: Carrot IgE RASTk[IU]/L

Detects IgE antibodies against carrot to identify allergic sensitization.

Normal Range

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k[IU]/L

Abnormal Levels

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Specimen Type

Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Positive IgE indicates possible carrot allergy. This guides dietary choices and helps manage oral allergy syndrome, which typically affects raw carrots more than cooked ones.

Overview

Carrot IgE antibodies indicate a potential allergic reaction to raw carrot protein. An IgE antibody test detects whether your immune system has become sensitized to carrot allergens. Elevated IgE suggests a true food allergy, commonly causing oral allergy syndrome with itching or swelling of the lips, mouth, and throat, particularly with raw carrots. This may be related to birch pollen allergy and typically resolves with cooking.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

6061-6Primary

Carrot IgE Ab [Units/volume] in Serum

k[IU]/L

102207-8

Carrot IgE Ab [Presence] in Serum by Radioallergosorbent test (RAST)

Available Lab Tests

Order tests that measure this biomarker

carrot allergy test

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