Allergy - Child Panel, ImmunoCAP near me in Ahmedabad
Understanding Allergy - Child Panel, ImmunoCAP in Ahmedabad
What is Allergy - Child Panel, ImmunoCAP in Ahmedabad?
Allergy - Child Panel, ImmunoCAP checks whether your child has allergies to common food items such as almonds, coconut, peanuts, potatoes, wheat, rice, etc; animals like dog dander, cat dander, grasses, dust, fungus etc. The test is done when a child shows signs and symptoms of allergies such as hives, dermatitis, itching on skin, coughing, nasal congestion, sneezing, and other allergic reactions. An Allergy - Child Panel, ImmunoCAP is a specialized allergy test that evaluates your Total IgE (antibodies produced by the immune system in response to allergens) as well as specific IgE against 18 common allergens using the ImmunoCAP technique. Based on the results the source of allergy/allergies is determined and the course of treatment is decided accordingly.
What does Allergy - Child Panel, ImmunoCAP measure?
Contains 19 testsTotal IgE
Immunoglobulins are antibodies (proteins) produced by plasma cells (specific immune cells) when the body recognizes bacteria, viruses, other microorganisms, or any other unknown substances as harmful foreign antigens (allergy-causing substances or allergens) to the immune system. There are five types of immunoglobulins: IgA, IgG, IgM, IgD, and IgE.
Unlike other antibodies, IgE is primarily associated with immune responses to allergenic substances, such as plant pollen, latex, pet dander, mold, eggs, peanuts, bee venom, and strawberries. Typically, IgE is present in tiny amounts in the blood. When the immune system encounters an allergen, it triggers the production of IgE antibodies. The Total IgE test measures the concentration of these IgE antibodies in the blood, providing insights into the presence and severity of allergies.
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