Penicillin Allergy
Department of Immunology
Notes
- This assay is for Penicillin-based antibiotics only, not for investigating Amoxicillin allergy.
- Penicilloyl V and Penicilloyl G are the subtypes tested.
Sample Requirements
Adult
5ml Gold-top SST tube or 3.5ml Rust-top gel tube (Trust users only)
Paediatric
1ml Serum Sample
Turnaround Times
7 - 10 days
Reference Ranges
| Result (kUA/l) | Score | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 0.35 | 0 | Negative |
| 0.36 - 0.70 | 1 | Weak |
| 0.71 - 3.50 | 2 | Weak |
| 3.51 - 17.50 | 3 | Moderate |
| 17.51 - 50.00 | 4 | Moderate |
| 50.01 - 100.00 | 5 | Strong |
| >100.00 | 6 | Strong |