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What is an Allergy?
Significance of allergy
What is allergy profile
Allergy profile test cost
Types of Allergy testing

Allergy, also called hypersensitivity, is an overdrawn response of our immune system to some foreign substances often termed as allergens. Examples may include pollens, furry animals’ dander, dust, medicines or some kind of foods, etc. Some common symptoms of allergy are:

Incessant sneezing

Runny, stuffy nose

Tingling in the mouth

Hives all over the body

Itching of the nose

Watery, red or swollen eyes (conjunctivitis)

Swelling of the lips, tongue, face or throat

Cough, chest tightness, wheezing or shortness of breath etc.

Based on these symptoms your doctor may advice you to go for Allergy Profile test. The test results, along with your medical history, will be evaluated by your doctor to interpret your body's allergic reaction to certain substances.

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What is the Significance of Allergy Testing?

We usually ignore the initial signs and symptoms of the allergy and rely on home remedies for cure. Prolonged and untreated allergies increase the risk of several other medical problems like:

Anaphylaxis

In anaphylaxis, the immune system releases a flood of chemicals that can cause the body to go into shock.

Asthma

Muscle tightening or inflammation around the airways, making it harder to breathe

Sinusitis

An inflammation or swelling of the tissue lining your sinuses

Infections of eyes, ears, lungs etc.

Therefore, it is medically advised to get allergy testing done in the initial stages before it leads to severe complications. Getting allergy tests done will ensure a healthy and stress-free life as allergy tests help to identify substances to which our body can be allergic, thereby reducing the chances of an allergic reaction.

What is an Allergy Profile/ Panel Test?

Allergy profile/panel test are comprehensive allergy tests that includes test for related allergens. These set of tests are performed by experts to determine what a person is allergic to. The different tests performed are:

Blood test
Skin prick or scratch tests
Intradermal tests
Patch tests
Oral food challenges

How Much Does an Allergy Profile Test Cost?

Allergy Profile test cost depends upon the kind of allergy test and allergens being tested for. It is advisable to visit your doctor to understand the type of allergy profile tests that is best suited for you.