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14 yr. old daughter has high ch50 level (lab work just says >60) with c4 =16 & c3=102 vit d=24. allergist did lab bc of idiopathic urticaria.concerns?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Vit D supplement: An elevated CH50 may signal inflammation. The vit D level points to vitamin D insufficiency and need for a supplement. Most cases of idiopathic urticaria have a very good prognosis especially if controlled with high dose of antihistamine.

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Screen/Autoimmune ds: I would also suggest screening for autoimmune disease as an underlying cause of the condition. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/chronic-hives/basics/treatment/con-20031634

Answered 12/17/2014

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A member asked:

14 yr. old daughter has high ch50 level (lab work just says >60) with c4 =16 & c3=102 vit d=24. allergist did lab bc of idiopathic urticaria.concerns?

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