Immunoglobulin E concentration (IgE)

Description: 
Increased IgE is seen in atopic diseases, parasitic infections and Hyper IgE Syndrome. Non-Caucasians may have higher IgE levels.
IgE is measured by an immunoassay in this laboratory.
Related condition or disease: 
Hyper IgE syndrome
Reference range: 

0 - 81 (Adult range given) Paediatric ranges on request

Units: 
kU/L
Department: 
Diagnostic Immunology and Allergy Department
Location: 
King's College Hospital

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Last updated: 07/03/2017