evenin' folks,

got a "Gershwin (or Gershon) 46 RAST testing" that I can't find on a
quick pass. not sure if pt. is allergic to showtunes or "Showgirls." 
can someone please lend granny a hand on a confirmation?

much obliged,
GB

Could this be an allergy test reaction (Latex maybe?) to a Groshong catheter?

Caution should be used in interpreting the results of a
Radioallergosorbent Test. The specific allergens are not so easily
identified, each with it's own number. It seems an Allergen-Specific
IgE Antibody Test should follow so YOUR PHYSICIAN can determine the
precise nature of the hypersensitivity:

"Elevated results usually indicate an allergy, but even if your
specific IgE test was positive, you may or may not ever have an actual
physical allergic reaction when exposed to that substance. And the
amount of specific IgE present does not necessarily predict the
potential severity of a reaction. Your clinical history and other
allergy tests, done under close medical supervision, may be necessary
to confirm an allergy diagnosis."
LAB TESTS ONLINE
http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/analytes/allergy/test.html

Dad

good guess, Miss Crabby, but says "Gershwin 46 panel" later in the
report so I don't think so.

this one's way outta the $2 price range, so I wouldn't spend any more
time on it.  may be something institution specific.  appreciate both
your help.

I'll post later if I can get any info on this.
GB