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Ovalbumin Allergy Test – Egg White Allergy in Rhode Island

Below is a plain-language overview of the ovalbumin allergy test – egg white allergy. This blood test measures IgE antibodies to ovomucoid, a protein found in egg whites, to help identify a potential egg white allergy.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$49
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test detects specific IgE antibodies in your blood that are associated with an allergic reaction to ovomucoid. Ovomucoid is one of the primary proteins responsible for egg white allergies.

What it measures

  • Ovomucoid IgE — Reflects the presence of IgE antibodies specific to ovomucoid, an egg white protein

What the test involves

A standard blood draw is required for this test. A healthcare professional will collect a small sample of your blood, typically from a vein in your arm.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians often order this test when a patient experiences symptoms suggestive of an egg white allergy. It helps to confirm or rule out an allergy to this specific component of eggs.

Preparation

No specific preparation is usually needed for this test. Always follow the instructions provided by the laboratory where you will have your blood drawn.

How results are reported

Results indicate the presence or absence of IgE antibodies to ovomucoid. Quantitative results, if provided, will be accompanied by reference ranges that vary between laboratories.

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