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Total IGE measures an antibody (immunoglobulin) level in the blood. It helps assess immune function and is used to investigate frequent infections, allergy, autoimmune disease and some blood disorders.
Also known as: IgE, Immunoglobulin E
Sample
Blood
Fasting
Not required
Report in
24 hours
Collection
Free at home
The Total IgE test measures the overall level of immunoglobulin E, an antibody associated with allergic reactions and, in some cases, parasitic infections. It’s a general marker used alongside specific allergy testing.
Ordered to help evaluate suspected allergic conditions (asthma, eczema, allergic rhinitis) and sometimes to investigate suspected parasitic infection.
It can help your doctor assess
Allergic conditions (asthma, eczema, hay fever) when elevated, and occasionally parasitic infections.
This test may be considered for:
People with symptoms suggestive of allergies - recurring sneezing, skin rashes, asthma-like symptoms - especially when specific allergen testing is also being considered.
Whether this test is right for you depends on your symptoms, medical history and the reason for testing - your doctor can advise.
The total concentration of IgE antibodies in the blood.
Total IgE
Allergy Marker
A general marker of allergic tendency - elevated levels support an allergic process but don’t identify the specific trigger, which needs specific allergen (RAST/skin prick) testing.
How to read your result
Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.
| Marker | Result | What it may be associated with |
|---|---|---|
| Total IgE | High | Supports an allergic condition or, less commonly, a parasitic infection - doesn’t identify the specific allergen on its own. |
If a result is outside the range
If the Total IGE is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.
Limitations of this test
A high Total IgE confirms an allergic tendency but doesn’t identify what you’re allergic to - specific allergen panels are needed for that.
An abnormal result does not by itself mean you have a particular disease. Your doctor interprets results together with your symptoms, history and other tests.
| Parameter | Reference range | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Total IgE | Less than 100 (adults, lab-dependent) | IU/mL |
Typical adult ranges for guidance. Reference intervals vary with the laboratory method, age and sex - always read your result against the range printed on your own report.
Book
Choose the test and a time slot online, or call us and we'll book it for you.
Prepare
Follow the preparation steps above for this test.
Sample collection
A trained phlebotomist collects the sample at your home - no extra charge.
Laboratory processing
Your sample is processed in our laboratory and reviewed by a pathologist.
Report
Your report is shared on WhatsApp and email, usually within 24 hours.
For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.
Active infections, smoking, and certain skin conditions can also raise Total IgE independent of classic allergies.
Laboratory results are interpreted together with your symptoms, medical history and other investigations. If your results are significantly abnormal, or you have symptoms that worry you, discuss them with a qualified doctor promptly.
Trusted public health sources for the information on this page:
This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from your doctor.
The Total IGE test cost in Mumbai at HWP Diagnostic is ₹999 - 23% less than the MRP of ₹1,299. There are no extra charges for home sample collection. The same price applies across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon.
| Test | Total IGE |
|---|---|
| Price at HWP Diagnostic | ₹999 |
| MRP | ₹1,299 (you save ₹300 - 23% off) |
| Home collection charge | Free |
| Report time | 24 hours |
| Fasting | Not required |
| Available in | Malad, Kandivali, Borivali & Goregaon (same price) |
Book the Total IGE test with free home sample collection anywhere in Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon, or walk in to our lab in Malad West, Mumbai - open 24×7.
Home collection areas include
Malad WestMalwani & KharodiMalad EastKandivali WestKandivali EastBorivali WestGorai & Borivali WestIC Colony & MandapeshwarBorivali EastGoregaon WestBangur Nagar & Motilal NagarGoregaon EastAarey ColonyDahisarJogeshwari WestJogeshwari East
Directions on Google MapsIt is also known as IgE, Immunoglobulin E.
Home collection at the same price (₹999) across these areas, with our lab in Malad West open 24×7.
Get this test along with other important checks - usually for less than booking them separately.
No fasting is required.
Not entirely - some people with allergies have normal Total IgE, especially with certain types of reactions, so your doctor may still pursue specific allergen testing if symptoms strongly suggest allergy.
Total IgE shows your overall allergic tendency, while a specific allergy panel (like food or inhalant panels) identifies exactly which allergens you react to.
Total IGE is a blood test. Total IGE measures an antibody (immunoglobulin) level in the blood. It helps assess immune function and is used to investigate frequent infections, allergy, autoimmune disease and some blood disorders.
The Total IGE may be ordered when a healthcare professional needs information about the condition or health area assessed by this test. Total IGE measures an antibody (immunoglobulin) level in the blood. It helps assess immune function and is used to investigate frequent infections, allergy, autoimmune disease and some blood disorders. At HWP Diagnostic the sample can be collected free at your home in Malad and nearby Mumbai areas, and the report is usually shared within the same day or next day. Please carry or upload your doctor's prescription where the test needs one, and discuss the result with your doctor for a full interpretation.
Total IGE measures an antibody (immunoglobulin) level in the blood. It helps assess immune function and is used to investigate frequent infections, allergy, autoimmune disease and some blood disorders.
The test may be relevant for people whose symptoms, medical history, screening needs or treatment monitoring match the purpose of the Total IGE.
No special preparation is needed for this test.
No, fasting is not required for the Total IGE. You can eat and drink normally unless your doctor has advised otherwise.
The Total IGE is done on a blood sample.
For a blood-based test, a small blood sample is collected by a trained healthcare professional, usually from a vein in the arm. The collection normally takes only a few minutes; mild temporary discomfort or bruising can occur at the puncture site.
Reports for the Total IGE are usually ready within 24 hours of sample collection. You receive them on WhatsApp and email.
The Total IGE costs Rs 620 at HWP Diagnostic (MRP Rs 825). Home sample collection is free.
Your report should be read using the reference interval, unit and method shown by the performing laboratory. A result outside a reference interval does not automatically establish a diagnosis, and a result inside the interval does not rule out every health problem. Clinical interpretation depends on symptoms, history and other findings.
If the Total IGE is reported as high, low, positive, negative or otherwise outside the laboratory's stated interval, the meaning depends on the specific test and the reason it was ordered. Your clinician may consider repeat testing, related investigations or other clinical information before deciding what the result means.
The Total IGE can provide important information, but laboratory results are generally interpreted together with symptoms, medical history, examination and other investigations. A single result should not be treated as a diagnosis without clinical context.
Some medicines, supplements, food, exercise and other pre-test factors can affect particular laboratory results. Tell the healthcare professional about medicines and supplements you take, and do not stop prescribed medicines unless your clinician tells you to.
Yes. Free home sample collection for the Total IGE is available across Malad, Kandivali, Borivali and Goregaon in Mumbai. You can also visit our Malad West lab, open 24x7.