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My son is 8 years old n his ige test result is 183.5 what is that mean?

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Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Possible allergy: A total ige alone is not as helpful as a specific ige level to allergens such as foods, pollens, etc. Ige can be elevated in asthma, eczema and some complications of asthma. Additional testing can help.

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Answered 9/19/2013

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A member asked:

My son is 8 years old n his ige test result is 183.5 what is that mean?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Zacharisen answered

Dr Maes and 5 doctors agreed

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