- Digestive concerns: gas, bloating or irregular bowel habits linked with suspected food reactions.
- Headache patterns: recurring headaches or migraines potentially food related.
- Skin presentations: eczema or rashes where foods are being considered.
- Energy and focus: fatigue or concentration changes thought to relate to diet.
- Neurobehavioural context: ADD/ADHD or autism where food reactions are explored as part of a wider approach.
- Recurrent ENT concerns: chronic ear infections or upper respiratory irritation.
- Joint discomfort: rheumatoid arthritis or musculoskeletal symptoms with suspected dietary contributors.
- Gut malabsorption concerns: long standing digestive compromise under investigation.
Overview
The Nordic Food Panel 184 IgG - SERUM test uses ELISA technology to measure IgG antibodies to 184 individual foods in a serum sample. The panel covers a broad range of food groups, including dairy, grains, meats, fish, legumes, nuts, seeds, fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices and yeasts. A standard venous blood draw is required, allowing laboratory assessment of IgG patterns across commonly eaten foods and typical substitutes used in rotation or elimination-style diets.
This panel may be considered when delayed responses to foods are suspected and when clinical history suggests that timing and patterns are difficult to interpret from diet alone. It can help highlight foods that appear more immunologically reactive at an IgG level, in the context of digestive issues, skin concerns, headaches, energy changes or musculoskeletal discomfort. By viewing reactivity across multiple food groups, practitioners can observe patterns such as clustering within certain categories or frequent exposure to particular items.
Results are usually interpreted alongside a detailed diet history, food and symptom diaries, lifestyle factors and other relevant laboratory findings. Practitioners may use the information to guide structured dietary trials, such as short term removal, rotation or reintroduction plans where appropriate, while monitoring overall nutritional adequacy. In this way, the panel can add context to decision making and support more individualised food discussions with clients.
Practical
Specimen
Serum sample (requires a full blood draw)
Container
- 1x Red-capped amber transfer tube
Patient preparation
- Doctor-Phlebotomy service required.
- Never discontinue prescription medication without first consulting your physician.
Research
- Hodsdon W, Zwickey H. NMJ original research: Reproducibility and reliability of two food allergy testing methods. Natural Medicine Journal 2010;2:8-1