Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP
Understanding Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP
What is Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP?
The Allergy - Vegetarian 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 various vegetarian food allergens using the ImmunoCAP technique. Based on the results the source of allergy/allergies is determined and the course of treatment is decided accordingly.
Food allergy occurs when your body has an immune response to certain foods. The immune system mistakenly identifies a food or a particular ingredient as harmful (allergen) and produces an inappropriate response by producing antibodies (specific proteins) called Immunoglobulin E (IgE).
The Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP is a comprehensive allergy panel that includes the Total IgE test, a blood test used to measure the total IgE levels in the blood. In addition, this test also detects the presence of specific IgE antibodies to a wide range of food allergens, vegetarian food sources such as wheat, soyabean, cows milk, lemon, tomato, potato, rice, pineapple, peanut, lentils, and olive.
Your doctor may suggest the Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP if you exhibit symptoms associated with food allergy such as nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy/watery eyes, coughing, wheezing, skin rashes, hives, etc. Doctors may also perform this test if there are no specific symptoms and cause of the allergy is not clear. Allergen detection through this panel will help your doctor guide appropriate management and treatment decisions and prevent severe complications.
Generally, no special preparation is required for the Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP. However, inform your doctor about any medications (such as antihistamines) you are taking, as they might influence your test results.
A positive test result indicates that the individual is sensitive to one or more common vegetarian allergens, which can then be further investigated through more specific allergy testing. A negative result indicates no sensitization to the tested allergens, though it does not rule out allergies to other substances not included in this test.
Lab test results can vary depending on the specific test kit used, as different methods and the quality of allergens used can affect the quantification of IgE. Therefore, these results are intended to be interpreted in conjunction with clinical symptoms.
What is Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP used for?
The Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP is done:
- If you experience allergy symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes, swelling, shortness of breath, skin rash, congestion, hives, diarrhea, eczema, or sneezing after ingestion of certain food products.
- To track and monitor treatment progress and effectiveness.
- In individuals with a family history of allergies.
What does Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP measure?
Contains 12 testsThe Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP is a diagnostic procedure utilized to identify specific vegetarian food allergies by measuring immunoglobulin E (IgE) and total IgE antibodies in the blood. This panel typically targets a wide range of common vegetarian food allergens such as wheat, soyabean, lemon, tomato, potato, rice, pineapple, peanut, lentils, olive and cow milk which can trigger allergies after consumption. This panel utilized the ImmunoCAP assay, a highly accurate and sensitive procedure that provides quantitative measurement of IgE antibodies and helps accurately diagnose food allergies and assess their severity.
Total 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.
Know more about Total IgE
Wheat ( Gehon / Triticum aestivum)
Soyabean
Cows Milk (Doodh)
Lemon
Tomato
Potato
Rice
Pineapple
Peanut (Moongfali / Arachis hypogaea)
Lentils
Olive
Answers to Patient Concerns & Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP
Frequently Asked Questions about Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP
Q. Why is the Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP performed?
Q. What food allergens are included in the Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP?
Q. In what conditions should I get tested for the Vegetarian food sensitivity test?
Q. How is the vegetarian food allergy test performed?
Q. Are any preparations required for the Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP?
Q. How can I develop food allergies?
Q. What do the Allergy - Vegetarian Panel, ImmunoCAP test results mean?
Q. What is the ImmunoCAP Specific IgE Blood Test?
Q. Can I be allergic to multiple allergens?
Q. What are the consequences of not treating a food allergy?
Q. What is anaphylaxis, and how is it treated?
Q. How can I manage a food allergy?
Q. How does Tata 1mg ensure accurate lab test results?
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