Food allergy test – Get Tested South Africa

Food allergy test

Sale price Price R 3,000.00 Regular price

Find out if a food allergy is what’s triggering your symptoms

Our Food Allergy Test measures your immune response to some of the most common food allergy triggers including lactose, shellfish and nuts. This test measures Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies, which are released by the immune system in response to allergens. Along with your food allergy symptoms and history, this food allergy test will give you a better understanding of your body's reaction to common foods to help guide you to better dietary choices.  

Note: This test is not intended for people who have had a serious allergic reaction to the foods listed on this panel. Those who had serious allergic reactions to certain foods should contact a health care provider or an allergist for further evaluation immediately. 
 
Having measurable IgE for a particular allergen does not guarantee that you will have an allergic reaction when exposed to it. In general, higher IgE levels are associated with a greater chance of having a true allergy but do not predict how severe your allergic symptoms could be.¹
 
IgE testing is not considered sufficient to diagnose an allergy on its own.² Results from this test should be interpreted in the context of your medical history with a health care provider or an allergist. Results should be shared and discussed with a healthcare professional before making a diagnosis or before removing certain foods from your diet. 

 

Test Details

🩸Sample Type: Blood
🏥Collection Method: In person at a Get Tested location
🔞Age: 18+
📃Results: 3-4 days from when your sample arrives at our lab
👉Note: The test must be taken by purchaser
🔁Preparation: No special preparation needed.


What's Tested /Foods included in this test

Egg White, Milk, Wheat, Corn, Codfish, Clam, Shrimp, Scallop, Peanut, Walnut, Soybean, Sesame Seed.


Why Consider This Test

Know the symptoms?
Food allergies are on the rise. Knowing which food you may be allergic to is the is the first step to understanding your symptoms. 

Is your diet helping?
The results of your food allergy blood test can help guide your health care provider or allergist to which foods are right for you to reduce allergic reactions.

Are you at high risk?

People who have both food allergies and asthma are at increased risk for severe or fatal food allergy reactions. 



How It Works

Purchase Your Test

Simply purchase this test online. A healthcare provider will review and approve your test requests; no healthcare provider visit is required.


Provide Your Sample

Visit a Get tested location near you for sample collection. Visits may be scheduled online.


Get Your Results

View your easy-to-read results online. For certain results that require prompt attention, you will also be contacted by phone or mail.