Wheat dust Ab.IgE

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

Detects IgE antibodies against wheat dust to identify wheat allergy.

Normal Range
0.35 k[IU]/L
k[IU]/L
Abnormal Levels
Consult your provider
Specimen Type
Blood

Why This Biomarker Matters

Positive results confirm wheat allergy distinct from celiac disease. This test guides dietary avoidance and occupational precautions for at-risk individuals.

Understanding Your Results

Normal Range

0.35 k[IU]/L

Overview

This test measures IgE antibodies against wheat dust, relevant for people with occupational wheat exposure or wheat allergies. Elevated IgE indicates an allergic sensitization to wheat proteins. Wheat allergies differ from celiac disease; allergies cause immediate immune reactions while celiac is an autoimmune condition triggered by gluten. Symptoms can range from itching and swelling to severe anaphylaxis. This test helps identify wheat allergies in symptomatic individuals, particularly important for workers in grain and flour industries, bakers, and others with high wheat exposure.

Technical Information (LOINC Codes)

Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker

21603-6Primary
Wheat dust IgE Ab [Units/volume] in Serum
k[IU]/L
102844-8
Wheat dust IgE Ab [Presence] in Serum by Radioallergosorbent test (RAST)

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