Test for Allergy Diseases
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- What is an Allergy?
- Significance of allergy
- What is allergy profile
- Allergy profile test cost
- Types of Allergy testing
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.
Allergy Tests / Packages
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.
Types of Allergy Testing Done at Dr Lal PathLabs
There are over 100 types of allergy tests that one can get done at Dr Lal PathLabs. Some of them are mentioned below:
Food Intolerance Test
Allergy, Milk
Allergy, Mold Panel
Allergy, Dust Panel
Allergy, Aspergillus Fumigatus
Allergy, Food Panel 1
Allergy Comprehensive Profile
Allergy, Gluten
You can check out all available options with Dr Lal PathLabs by clicking here
Frequently Asked Question
Q. What are Allergies?
Allergies occur when the body responds to a foreign protein. Usually, these proteins, known as allergens, are not harmful. However the bidy respond can be different for everyone. Some people might just feel a bit uncomfortable, while others could have a really serious emergency called anaphylaxis, which needs quick attention.
Allergic Reaction: An allergic reaction is the way the body responds to an allergen. When someone has allergies, the first time they encounter a specific allergen, their body responds by making immunoglobulin E (IgE). The immune system creates antibodies, and these antibodies form
