Quercus virginiana Ab.IgE

AllergyAlso known as: Virg Live Oak IgE QnAlso known as: Virg Live Oak IgE RASTN/A

Detects IgE antibodies against Virginia live oak pollen in blood.

Normal Range
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N/A
Abnormal Levels
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Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

A positive result confirms oak pollen allergy, helping you predict seasonal symptom patterns and use preventive treatments like antihistamines during pollen season.

Overview

This test detects IgE antibodies against Virginia live oak pollen in your blood, indicating allergic sensitivity to this tree's pollen. Virginia live oak produces pollen that triggers seasonal allergies in sensitive individuals, causing symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, itchy eyes, and throat irritation. The pollen season varies by region but is typically in spring. A positive result confirms oak pollen allergy and helps you anticipate and manage seasonal symptoms with appropriate treatments.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

6164-8Primary
Virginia Live Oak IgE Ab [Units/volume] in Serum
k[IU]/L
102469-4
Virginia Live Oak IgE Ab [Presence] in Serum by Radioallergosorbent test (RAST)

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