Interpret the Results of a RAST Test Conducted as Follows

question 1

Multiple Choice

Interpret the results of a RAST test conducted as follows (cpm = radioactive counts per minute) : Control with no IgE: 35 cpm Control with IgE: 10,253 cpm Specimen results with allergen panel:
Ragweed = 32 cpm milk = 15,589 cpm oak pollen= 33 cpm

• A)The results are invalid because the negative control reaction is incorrect.
• B)The specimen reveals an allergy to milk.
• C)The specimen reveals an allergy to ragweed and oak pollen.
• D)The results are invalid because the positive control reaction is incorrect.
• E)The results are invalid because the negative control and positive control reactions are backward.

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Definitions:

Essential Amino Acids

Amino acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained through the diet.

Complete Protein

A source of protein that contains an adequate proportion of all nine essential amino acids necessary for the dietary needs of humans.

Essential Fatty Acid

Fatty acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained through diet, important for various biological functions.

Linoleic Acid

Linoleic Acid is an essential fatty acid belonging to the omega-6 family, necessary for human health but cannot be synthesized by the body, thus must be obtained from the diet.