The Food Allergy Panel measures the levels of specific IgE antibodies in your blood to common food allergens. This panel measures immune responses to almond, cashew nut, codfish, cow’s milk, egg white, hazelnut, peanut, salmon, scallop, sesame seed, shrimp, soybean, tuna, walnut, and wheat.
PLEASE NOTE
This test reports the presence of IgE(s) antibodies to 15 allergens, but the result by itself cannot confirm the presence of an allergy. It’s important to follow up with your healthcare provider or an allergy specialist. They will review your results along with your medical history, signs and symptoms, medications, and any other test results. Only a healthcare provider can diagnose an allergy and prescribe medication, if needed.
What is tested?
The Food Allergy Panel measures the levels of specific IgE antibodies in your blood. These antibodies are an immune response to common foods known to cause allergic reactions. This panel measures immune responses to almond, cashew nut, codfish, cow’s milk, egg white, hazelnut, peanut, salmon, scallop, sesame seed, shrimp, soybean, tuna, walnut, and wheat.
There are some foods that can cause serious allergic reactions in people. Milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, wheat, soy, peanuts, and tree nuts are common foods or food groups known to cause serious allergic reactions.
The symptoms and severity of allergic reactions to particular foods may vary. If someone with a food allergy eats or comes across products containing specific food allergens, the immune system activates the release of too much of the antibody IgE. IgE activation causes the release of a substance called histamine, which causes an allergic reaction.
Signs & Symptoms
The Food Allergy Panel may be helpful in identifying if you have had or currently have an allergic reaction to certain foods. If so, you may any of the following symptoms:
Most allergic reactions occur within minutes, but some may develop hours after exposure. The reaction to these allergens can vary from a stuffy nose to anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening reaction that can cause itching, hives, and skin rash; swelling of the throat, lips, or tongue; and difficulty breathing, potentially causing the body to go into shock. Anaphylactic shock occurs when a person's blood pressure drops so severely that the body's cells and tissues do not receive enough oxygen. Due to the severity of a possible allergic reaction, it's crucial to work with your healthcare provider to determine an optimal treatment and prevention plan.
Eligibility
The Complete Blood Count is for anyone who wants to know more about the components of their blood or to gain insight into their overall wellness. You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase.
Preparing For Your Test
You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. This panel does not require fasting.
After The Test
When your results are ready, we will send them to you in a clear, easy-to-read report. You will have the option to speak with an independent physician to discuss your results. If your results differ from the expected ranges, you may receive an alert call to inform you.
Reflex Testing
If peanut, milk, or egg allergy levels are abnormal, additional respective component panels will be performed on the sample you have already provided to provide specific protein information for you to share with an allergist.
