Shrimp Allergen Test
$24.95
This test is for shrimp allergens. This test will determine if you are allergic to shrimp.
Preparation:
There is no preparation for this test.
Collection Method:
Blood Draw
Sample Type:
Blood
Processing Time:
3-5 days$24.95
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
Shrimp (Pandalus Borealis) Allergen
Shrimp, specifically Pandalus borealis (northern shrimp), is a known food allergen. Allergen-specific tests, like the F24 test, can detect immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in the blood that are responsible for allergic reactions to this species of shrimp, according to Biron. The specific allergen, Pen a 1 (tropomyosin), is a major allergen found in brown shrimp and is also relevant in Pandalus borealis.
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