Inhalant and food allergens 54
At IntroLab laboratory in Belgrade, you can schedule comprehensive testing for 54 inhalants and food allergens. This analysis is ideal for those who want to understand their allergic reactions and find the most effective treatment.
What are inhalant and food allergens 54?
The Inhalant and Food Allergens 54 is an extended test panel that analyzes reactions to 54 allergens, including inhalant and food allergens. Inhalant allergens in this context may include pollens from various plants, dust mites, animal dander, and different types of mold. Food allergens typically cover many foods, including dairy products, nuts, fish, eggs, etc.
When is the analysis performed?
This type of testing is highly comprehensive and provides detailed information about potential allergies. It is mainly used when complex symptoms or multiple allergies are difficult to diagnose with standard tests.
How is the analysis performed?
Testing is conducted by analyzing a blood sample, which measures specific IgE antibodies for each of the 54 tested allergens. The results can help identify the allergens causing symptoms and provide a basis for a comprehensive treatment plan.
What the panel includes
- Dust Mites D1 (Dermatophagoides pter.)
- Dust Mites D2 (Dermatophagoides far.)
- Bee I1
- Wasp venom I3
- Cockroach I6
- House Dust H1
- Cat E1 (Cat Epithelia)
- Dog E2 (Dog Epithelium)
- Horse E3
- Penicillium Notatum M1
- Alternaria Alternata M6
- Sweet Vernal Grass G1
- Cat Tail G6
- Rye G12
- Alder T2
- Birch T3
- Hazelnut F17
- Oak T7
- Cypress T23
- Ambrosia Elatior W1
- Plantain W9
- Latex K82
- Potato F35
- Celery F85
- Egg White F1
- Cod F3
- Casein F78
- Wheat Flour F4
- Rye Flour F5
- Peanut F13
- Almond F20
- Apple F49
- Kiwi F84
- Apricot F237
Sample and preparation: Inhalant and food allergens 54
- Sample
- Venous blood
- Sampling
- Drawing blood
- Result in
- up to 15 days
- Preparation
- No special preparation is needed. Avoid using antihistamine medications on the day the test is performed.
- Category
- Allergology
Frequently asked questions
How are inhalant allergy tests done?
The test for 54 inhalant and food allergens at IntroLab laboratory is done from a venous blood sample: specific IgE antibodies are measured for each allergen. No skin pricking is needed, and the test can also be done in children. No special preparation is required; just avoid antihistamine medications on the day of the blood draw.
How much does the inhalant and food allergen test cost?
The panel of 54 allergens at IntroLab laboratory costs 11,000 RSD, while a single allergen tested on its own costs 2,200 RSD. This means the panel pays off as soon as you need to check more than 5 allergens. The result is ready within up to 15 days.
Which allergens does the 54 panel include?
The inhalant allergens in the panel include dust mites (D1 and D2), house dust, cat, dog and horse dander, molds (Penicillium, Cladosporium, Alternaria and Aspergillus), grass pollen, tree pollen (birch, alder, oak, cypress) and weed pollen (ragweed, mugwort, plantain), bee and wasp venom, cockroach and latex. The food allergens include cow’s milk and its proteins, egg white and egg yolk, wheat and rye flour, peanut, hazelnut, almond, soy, sesame, cod, crab, beef, lamb, potato, celery, tomato, carrot, apple, kiwi and apricot.