Shellfish Allergen Profile Test
$125.10
This test is for shellfish allergens. This test will determine if you are allergic to shellfish.
Preparation:
There is no preparation for this test.
Collection Method:
Blood Draw
Sample Type:
Blood
Processing Time:
3-5 days$125.10
About The Test
Test Overview
Symptoms
- Abdominal pain, cramps, nausea, and vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty swallowing
- Raised, red patches of skin (hives)
- Itching of the mouth, throat, eyes, skin, or any other area
- Nasal congestion or a runny nose
- Shortness of breath
- Anaphylaxis, a potentially life-threatening reaction that impairs breathing and can send the body into shock
Test Includes
Fish, Cod Allergen
Codfish allergen (f3) refers to the allergen found in codfish, specifically a muscle protein called parvalbumin. Allergy to codfish is primarily caused by this protein, which is also found in other fish species, leading to potential cross-reactivity.
Blue Mussel Allergen
The primary allergen in blue mussels is tropomyosin, specifically the protein Myt e 1. This protein is also found in other mollusks and crustaceans, leading to cross-reactivity and allergy symptoms in those who are sensitive to blue mussels.
Clam Allergen
A clam allergy is a type of shellfish allergy, which is a food allergy caused by the body's immune system overreacting to proteins in shellfish, including clams. This reaction triggers the release of chemicals like histamine, leading to a range of symptoms. Clam allergies can range from mild to severe, with the most severe reactions potentially leading to anaphylaxis.
Crab Allergen
A crab allergy occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies proteins in crab meat as harmful invaders. This triggers the release of chemicals like histamine, leading to various allergic symptoms. The main allergen in crab, and other shellfish, is often tropomyosin, a muscle protein that can cause cross-reactivity with other crustacean and mollusk species.
Lobster Allergen
A lobster allergy is a type of seafood allergy triggered by an immune system overreaction to specific proteins, primarily muscle proteins like tropomyosin, found in lobster and other shellfish like shrimp and crab. This reaction causes the body to release histamines, leading to allergy symptoms.
Scallop Allergen
A scallop allergy is a type of shellfish allergy, where the immune system overreacts to proteins in scallops, leading to various symptoms. Scallops are mollusks, a type of shellfish that includes clams, mussels, and oysters. Shellfish allergies, including scallop allergies, are considered priority food allergens.
Shrimp Allergen
A shrimp allergy is a type of shellfish allergy where the body's immune system mistakenly identifies proteins in shrimp as harmful, triggering an allergic reaction. This reaction can range from mild symptoms like itching to severe symptoms like anaphylaxis.
Tuna Allergen
A tuna allergy is a food allergy in which the body's immune system reacts abnormally to a protein or proteins found in tuna, triggering symptoms like hives, itching, swelling, and potentially more severe reactions. The most common culprit in fish allergies, including tuna, is a protein called parvalbumin.
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