Table 2.
The distribution of IgE in appendicular specimens.
| N (%) | Median (Q1-Q3) | Min | Max | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IA | 52 (39) | 17.0 (4.8-29.0) | 0 | 153 |
| NHF | 17 (13) | 26 (15-44) | 0 | 106 |
| APA | 38 (28) | 28 (15.8-61.8) | 1 | 232 |
| AGA | 27 (20) | 22 (10.5-42) | 1 | 126 |
IA: incidental appendectomy; NHF: normal histologic findings; APA: acute phlegmonous appendicitis; AGA: acute gangrenous appendicitis.