Hordeum vulgare Ab.IgE

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

Detects IgE antibodies against barley grain 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 barley allergy. This guides avoidance of barley, beer, and grain products, preventing allergic reactions ranging from mild oral symptoms to severe anaphylaxis.

Overview

Barley IgE antibodies indicate a potential allergic reaction to barley grain protein. An IgE antibody test detects whether your immune system has become sensitized to barley allergens. Elevated IgE suggests a true grain allergy, which can cause oral itching, swelling, hives, gastrointestinal upset, or in severe cases, anaphylaxis. This test helps confirm barley allergy and guide dietary avoidance of barley and related grains.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

6037-6Primary

Barley IgE Ab [Units/volume] in Serum

k[IU]/L

102159-1

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

Available Lab Tests

Order tests that measure this biomarker

barley allergy test

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