Combinations of specific IgEantibodies Sensitivity Specificity Positive predictive value Negative predictive value Diagnostic accuracy
Combined total IgE and lactoglobulin 88% 50% 81% 63% 77%
Combined total IgE and lactalbumin 92% 35% 78% 64% 76%
Combined lactoglobulinand lactalbumin 90% 80% 92% 76% 87%
Combined total IgE, lactoglobulin and lactalbumin 92% 35% 78% 64% 76%
Table 4: Diagnostic validity of combinations of specific IgE antibodies in diagnosis of protein allergy cases.