COMPENDIUM ON FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE - Flipbook - Page 314
Adults Normal
IgM
50-300 mg/dL
Children
Normal IgM
10- 170 mg/dL
IgE antibodies, or Immunoglobulin E, are a type of antibody
produced by the immune system that plays a crucial role in
allergic reactions and responses to parasitic infections. These
antibodies bind to allergens and trigger the release of chemicals,
such as histamine, which leads to allergy symptoms. High levels of
IgE antibodies are often associated with allergies, asthma, and
certain infections, while low levels may indicate a weakened
immune response or specific immunodeficiencies.
Adults Normal IgE
less than 0.0001%
Inflammation is a highly regulated process and can be
categorized as acute (short-lived) or chronic (long-lasting), each
with different implications for health. Markers of inflammation are
proteins and other molecules produced in response to this
process. Predictive autoimmunity test panels measure specific
autoantibodies that can indicate the risk of developing
autoimmune diseases, sometimes even years before symptoms
appear.
Early inflammatory signals can be assessed through
immunoglobulin tests that measure the levels of antibodies (IgA,
IgG, and IgM) in the blood. These tests evaluate the immune
response and can indicate infections or autoimmune disorders.
Additionally, early inflammation markers for autoimmune diseases
include tests like C-reactive protein (CRP) and Erythrocyte
Sedimentation Rate (ESR) indicate the presence of inflammation.
Conventional Males:
Optimal
ESR Range
0-15
Range
mm/hour
Females:
Males:
