Comprehensive Food Allergen Profile Test
$263.95
This test is for common food allergens, including fish, shellfish, various nuts, milk, and soybeans. 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$263.95
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
Cashew Nut Allergen
A cashew allergy is an immune system reaction to proteins found in cashews. 13S globulin (legumin group) and 2S albumins, which represent major allergen classes in several plant seeds, are the cashew proteins responsible for severe allergic reactions.
Peanut Allergen
Peanut allergens are specific proteins derived from peanuts that can trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Milk (Cow) Allergen
Cow's milk is a common food allergen, often referred to as F2. Cow's milk allergy, especially in infants and young children, is triggered by a specific protein, often beta-lactoglobulin, in milk. An F2 allergen test can help diagnose cow's milk allergy.
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