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Specific IgE Test for 72 Allergens – Tracing the Cause of Allergies

Depending on the type of allergy, the body can exhibit various symptoms. For IgE-mediated allergies, symptoms can range from mild, such as itching and sneezing, to severe, like asthma or even life-threatening anaphylactic shock.

Specific IgE Test for 72 Allergens – Tracing the Cause of Allergies

Allergy is an overreaction of the immune system to harmless substances. When your immune system mistakenly identifies these substances as threats and produces IgE antibodies to "fight" them, your body manifests allergic symptoms. 

Harmless substances that can trigger an allergic reaction are called allergens. Common allergens include: 

- Pollen 

- House dust 

- Mold 

- Pet dander 

- Certain foods like nuts and seafood 

What are the common signs of an allergy? 

Depending on the type of allergy, the body can exhibit various symptoms. For IgE-mediated allergies, symptoms can range from mild, such as itching and sneezing, to severe, like asthma or even life-threatening anaphylactic shock. Common symptoms of IgE-related allergies include: 

- Nasal congestion or runny nose 

- Continuous sneezing 

- Itchy, watery eyes 

- Hives 

- Diarrhea or vomiting 

- Difficulty breathing, coughing, or wheezing 

- Low blood pressure 

What is the IgE Specific Test for 72 Allergens? 

This test measures the amount of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in your blood. If you have an allergy, the IgE level in your blood is typically higher than normal. 

The test may be ordered to help diagnose allergies or to monitor the condition using the information provided by the test results. 

What does the IgE Specific Test for 72 Allergens include? 

- Total IgE: Measures the overall level of IgE in the blood. 

- Allergen-specific IgE: Measures the amount of IgE against a specific allergen. 

This test screens for 72 common allergens. 

What do the test results indicate? 

- High total IgE: You may have an allergy, but it's unclear what specific substance you're allergic to. 

- High allergen-specific IgE: You may be allergic to that specific substance. 

If the result is positive, your doctor may refer you to an allergy specialist or recommend appropriate treatments. 

Are there any notes regarding allergen testing? 

In some cases, you may have a high specific IgE level for a particular substance but show no symptoms when exposed to or ingesting that substance. This is known as a false positive. Therefore, interpreting IgE-specific test results must be done by a doctor, considering your allergy history and clinical symptoms. 

Rarely, a blood test may show no allergy when you have one (known as a false negative). 

The specific IgE blood test is not the only test to determine whether you have an allergy. If needed, additional tests (like skin allergy tests) or other procedures may be ordered. 

What is the testing process? 

A healthcare professional will draw blood from a vein in your arm. You may feel a slight sting when the needle is inserted. The procedure takes a few minutes. 

Is any preparation needed? 

You don't need to fast or do any special preparation before this test.  

If the person being tested is a child, parents should explain the procedure and its importance beforehand. You can also stay with your child during the blood draw to provide comfort. 

Are there any risks? 

You may experience mild pain or bruising where the needle was inserted. 

List of the 72 allergens tested:** 

Allergen     

Allergen     

Total IgE / IgE toàn phn 

Tuna/ Salmon / Cá ng 

House dust / Bi nhà 

Plaice/ Anchovy/ 
Alaska Pollock / Cá chim, cá cơm 

Mt nhà D. pteronyssinus 

Lobster/ Pacific squid / Tôm hùm / Mc Thái Bình Dương 

Mt nhà D. farinae 

Eel / Lươn 

Cat epithelium & dander / Biu mô và lông mèo 

Blue mussel/ Oyster/ 
Clam/ Scallop / Vm xanh/ Nghêu/ Sò/ Hàu 

Dog dander / Lông chó 

Silkworm pupa / Nhng tm 

Egg white / Lòng trng trng 

Pork / Tht heo 

Milk / Sa bò 

Beef / Tht bò 

Cockroach / Gián 

Chicken / Tht gà 

Peanut / Đậu phng 

Lamb meat / Tht cu 

Soy bean / Đậu Hà Lan 

Cheese, cheddar type / Phô mai 

Wheat / Lúa mì 

Barley / Lúa mch 

Alder / G trăn 

Rice / Go 

Birch / G phong vàng 

Buckwheat / Kiu mch 

Oak / G si 

Yeast, baker’s / Nm men bánh mì 

Common ragweed / C phn hương 

Corn / Bp 

Japanese hop / Hoa bia Nht Bn 

Carrot / Cà rt 

Mugwort / Cây ngi cu 

Potato / Khoai tây 

Nm Alternaria alternata 

Garlic/ Onion / Ti, hành tây 

Nm Cladosporium herbarum 

Celery / Cn tây 

Nm Aspergillus fumigatus 

Cucumber / Dưa chut 

Crab / Cua 

Tomato / Cà chua 

Shrimp / Tôm 

Citrus mix / Cam, chanh 

Mackerel / Cá thu 

Strawberry / Dâu tây 

Cultivated rye / Lúa mch đen 

Kiwi/ Mango/ Banana / Kiwi, xoài, chui 

CCD / D nguyên phn ng chéo 

Sweet chestnut / Qu d thơm 

Peach / Đào 

Walnut / Qu óc chó 

Apple / Táo 

Hazel nut / Ht ph 

Sesame / Ht mè (vng) 

Almond/Pine nut/ 
Sunflower / Ht hnh nhân, thông, hướng dương 

Codfish / Cá tuyết đen (cá mè) 

Cacao / Ca cao 

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