Novel Application of Immunochromatographic Assay for Measurement of Total Tear Immunoglobulin E.

Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a new immunochromatographic assay (Aifeice) in the diagnosis of allergic conjunctivitis diseases (ACDs) and to explore the relationship between Aifeice testing results and the severity of ACDs.

Methods: A multicenter prospective cross-sectional study (390 patients diagnosed with ACDs and 619 healthy controls) was conducted. Patients with ACDs were scored based on clinical symptoms.