Shellfish Allergy Test - Crab, Shrimp, Clam, Lobster Screen in Elmhurst, IL
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Order Shellfish Allergy Test - Crab, Shrimp, Clam, LobsterA shellfish allergy can turn an ordinary meal into a medical emergency, and the proteins responsible are not always obvious on a menu. This panel measures specific IgE antibodies against four of the most common shellfish allergens: crab, shrimp, clam, and lobster.
About Shellfish Allergy Test - Crab, Shrimp, Clam, Lobster in Elmhurst
This test uses a blood sample to assess sensitization to four shellfish allergens.
The panel detects immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies that the immune system may produce in response to proteins found in crab, shrimp, clam, and lobster. Elevated specific IgE levels indicate that the immune system has been sensitized to one or more of these shellfish.
Shellfish allergies are among the most common food allergies in adults and can persist for life. Reactions may range from mild oral itching to hives, digestive symptoms, or severe anaphylaxis. Because crustaceans and mollusks contain distinct proteins, a person may react to some types and tolerate others.
Results are reported as quantitative IgE levels for each allergen. A qualified healthcare professional interprets these values alongside clinical history, since sensitization on a blood test does not always correspond to symptoms.
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