50 Food Allergy (IgE) Panel
The root cause of any allergic reaction, whether mild or severe, can always be traced to antibodies called IgE. The body produces antibodies as a reaction against something, and this specific type of antibody serves as a memory to recognize and attack that substance in the future. This reaction releases histamine, which causes the symptoms we associate with allergies: difficulty breathing, runny nose, itching, redness, and more, and in extreme cases anaphylaxis. This extreme inflammatory reaction can be dangerous, even deadly for some.
This food allergy test will look for many different IgE, each one specific to something different, and help identify potential causes for allergic reactions. The bigger the panel, the greater number of items that can be tested for allergic reactions. If you have a specific food allergy you are interested in, consult with your local Any Lab Test Now to make sure that item or substance is being tested for in the panel of your choice.
Test results should be interpreted and discussed with your provider.