Test Preparation : No special preparation required
Sample : SERUM
Methodlogy : ELISA
Description :
WHAT IS IT?
Although they are less common than allergies to some other food categories, vegetable allergies can significantly lower your quality of life if they are kept a secret. Vegetable reactions occur when the body misinterprets vegetables as poison rather than sustenance. The immune system responds by secreting histamines and antibodies to combat the toxin, leading to symptoms including edema, gastrointestinal distress, throat swelling, and more. The Skin Prick technique, also known as a Puncture or Scratch test, is used in conventional Allergy-Panel-Food-VEGETABLES-1 testing to determine if an allergic reaction will develop by introducing potential triggers into your skin using a needle prick. If the drug causes an allergic reaction in you, you must endure the effects of the allergy.
WHY?
The test is initially conducted to identify the presence of a vegetable allergy. In the normal range, the results are typical, indicating no adverse findings. Elevated results suggest a potential sensitivity or allergy to a specific food or food ingredient. On the other hand, low results are considered typical and do not raise concerns. The test serves as a valuable diagnostic tool, providing insights into potential allergies and guiding appropriate dietary considerations based on individual sensitivities.
PRECAUTIONS
The vegetable allergy test is a simple blood test that doesn't require fasting and doesn't require any additional preparations. The test can be conducted without specific dietary restrictions. However, doctors will ask about your lifestyle, family history, and other relevant information to understand your health background. It's advisable to discontinue certain medications before the test, such as antihistamines, indigestion remedies, asthma treatment medications, benzodiazepines, and antidepressants, to ensure accurate results. Following these guidelines ensures reliable and informative results.
