Description:

IgG Spices allergy test evaluates serum levels of IgG and total IgE antibodies for 24 frequently used culinary herbs and spices. Using ELISA technology to evaluate the serum levels, this allergy test is ideal for patients with suspected allergic reactions to spices and herbs.

Overview

Tests for:

Spice related immune intolerance

Symptoms and conditions:

IgG-Mediated Allergies

• Delayed onset (4-72 hours) of allergy symptoms
• Circulating half-life of 21 days
• Temporary allergies
• Stimulates histamine release and activates complement
• Includes foods, herbs & spices

IgE-Mediated Allergies

• Immediate onset of allergy symptoms
• Circulating half-life of 1-2 days
• Permanent allergies
• Stimulates histamine release
• Includes foods, inhalants & molds

Analytes measured:

• Allspice - IgG
• Basil - IgG
• Bay leaf - IgG
• Black Pepper - IgG
• Cayenne Pepper - IgG
• Cinnamon - IgG
• Cloves - IgG
• Cumin - IgG
• Curry - IgG
• Dill - IgG
• Fennel seed - IgG
• Ginger - IgG
• Horseradish - IgG
• Marjoram - IgG
• Mustard - IgG
• Nutmeg - IgG
• Oregano - IgG
• Paprika - IgG
• Parsley - IgG
• Peppermint - IgG
• Rosemary - IgG
• Sage - IgG
• Thyme - IgG
• Total IgE
• Vanilla - IgG

Method:

ELISA

Practical

Test type:

Immune System: Allergy, Food intolerance, IgG reactions

Sample required:

Serum in transfer tube (frozen)

Average processing time:

10-14 days