Food and Environmental Allergen Profile Test
$339.95
This test is for common allergens, including food and environmental allergens. This test will determine if an allergy is present.
Preparation:
There is no preparation for this test.
Collection Method:
Blood Draw
Sample Type:
Blood
Processing Time:
3-5 days$339.95
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
Cat Dander Allergen
Cat dander allergens are allergens that are found on the fur and skin and in saliva of cats.
Peanut Allergen
Peanut allergens are specific proteins derived from peanuts that can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Milk Allergen
Refers to the proteins found in milk, primarily cow's milk, that can trigger allergic reactions in individuals with milk allergies.
Dog Dander Allergen
The dog dander allergen comprises proteins found in the skin flakes (dander), saliva, and urine of dogs.
Almond Allergen
An almond allergy is an allergic reaction to proteins found in almonds, specifically the protein known as Pru du 6 (amandin). These proteins can trigger the immune system to release antibodies, causing a range of symptoms.
Cashew Allergen
A cashew allergy is an allergic reaction to the proteins found in cashew nuts, specifically Ana o 1 and Ana o 2 (cupin superfamily) and Ana o 3 (prolamin superfamily). These proteins trigger an immune response, leading to a range of symptoms from mild to severe.
Hazelnut (Filbert) Allergen
Hazelnut allergy, also known as filbert allergy, is an immune system response triggered by proteins in hazelnuts. The body mistakenly identifies these proteins as harmful, leading to the release of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. These antibodies trigger a reaction, causing symptoms like hives, itching, or more severe reactions like anaphylaxis.
Walnut, Black English Allergen
A black walnut allergy, like other nut allergies, is a food allergy triggered by proteins in the black walnut that the immune system mistakenly identifies as harmful. When a person with a black walnut allergy consumes the nuts or is exposed to them, their immune system releases histamine, leading to various allergic reactions.
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.
Alternaria Alternata Allergen
Alternaria alternata allergy is a hypersensitive reaction to the spores of the fungus Alternaria alternata. This common mold is a frequent source of allergy and asthma, particularly during warm, dry weather when spore counts are high.
House Dust Mite, D. Farinae Allergen
Dermatophagoides farinae (D. farinae) is a common house dust mite species, and an allergy to its droppings and other body parts is known as a house dust mite allergy or D. farinae allergy. The allergens are proteins found in the feces, body parts, and carcasses of the mites, which trigger an immune response in susceptible individuals.
Wheat Allergen
A wheat allergy is an abnormal immune system reaction to proteins in wheat. It's a type of food allergy where the body's immune system overreacts to wheat, treating it as a harmful substance and triggering an allergic response. This can manifest in various symptoms, ranging from mild to severe, and can be triggered by ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact with wheat or wheat products.
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.
House Dust Mite, D. Pteronyssinus Allergen
House dust mite, specifically Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus (D. pteronyssinus), is a major source of indoor allergens and a primary trigger for dust mite allergy. These mites are microscopic arachnids that thrive in warm, humid environments and are found in bedding, carpets, and upholstered furniture. The allergen comes primarily from their feces, which contain proteins that can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Cockroach Allergens
Cockroach allergens are proteins found in cockroaches that can trigger allergic reactions in some individuals. These allergens include body parts, saliva, waste, and even dead cockroaches. Symptoms of a cockroach allergy can range from mild to severe and can include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and even difficulty breathing for those with asthma.
Mouse Urine Allergen
Mouse urine can trigger allergies in some individuals, primarily due to proteins called major urinary proteins (MUPs). These proteins are part of the mouse's communication system and are also the main source of mouse allergens. Mouse allergens can lead to symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes, and can even trigger asthma-related symptoms.
Egg White Allergen
Egg White Allergen (F1) IgE refers to a test that measures the amount of specific IgE antibodies in the blood, indicating sensitization to proteins found in egg white. Specifically, it detects antibodies against various proteins in egg white, which are potential allergens.
Salmon Allergen
A salmon allergy occurs when the immune system mistakenly identifies certain proteins in salmon as harmful, triggering an allergic reaction. These reactions can range from mild symptoms like hives or itching to severe reactions like anaphylaxis.
Sesame Seed Allergen
A sesame seed allergy is a type of food allergy where the body's immune system overreacts to proteins in sesame seeds. This reaction can cause various symptoms, ranging from mild to severe, including anaphylaxis. Sesame is now recognized as one of the nine major food allergens in the United States, according to the FDA.
Soybean Allergen
A soybean allergen is a substance within soybeans (Glycine max) that triggers an allergic reaction in individuals with soybean allergies. This reaction involves the immune system overreacting to the protein in soy, causing a range of symptoms.
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