Indications
IgE-mediated allergies, also known as hypersensitivity reactions, occur when the immune system mistakenly identifies a harmless substance, known as an allergen, as a threat. In response to this perceived threat, the immune system produces IgE antibodies which triggers the release of histamine and other chemicals from mast cells. These chemicals cause the various symptoms associated with an allergic reaction.
IgE-mediated allergies can manifest in a variety of forms and this profile specifically assesses food allergies to individual foods in the following groups:
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Legumes
- Cereals
- Spices
- Fruits
- Vegetables
- Nuts & seeds
- Milk
- Eggs
- Meats
- Fish
The diagnosis of IgE-mediated allergies typically involves a combination of clinical history, physical examination, and allergy testing. Blood tests can identify specific allergens that trigger an individual’s allergic reactions.
Sample requirements: Yellow (SST) or finger-prick micro-vial sample (Instructions_BDBloodspot.pdf)
Datasheet: allergy.pdf
Sample report: food-allergy-report.pdf
Turnaround time: 10 days