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Go directly to the lab, no extra fees
With friendly doctor's notes & guidance
Lab visit as quick as 10 mins in & out
This test is ideal if you're experiencing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, skin rashes, or breathing difficulties that seem to worsen in certain environments or around pets. It helps identify specific allergens triggering your symptoms, including common grasses, weeds, trees, mold, dust mites, and pet dander. Many people use this test when over-the-counter allergy medications aren't working well or when they want to pinpoint exactly what's causing their allergic reactions.
No fasting is required for this allergy test, so you can eat and drink normally before your appointment. Continue taking any allergy medications as prescribed unless your doctor specifically advises otherwise, as stopping medications typically doesn't affect this blood test. Simply arrive at the lab during their operating hours for a quick blood draw.
This panel evaluates your immune response to 10 common environmental allergens specific to the South Central region, including grasses (Bermuda Grass, Kentucky Blue Grass), weeds (Common Ragweed, Rough Pigweed), trees (Oak), molds (Alternaria alternata, Cladosporium herbarum), dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae), and pet dander (cat and dog). These allergens are among the most frequent triggers of seasonal and year-round allergic reactions, causing symptoms like sneezing, congestion, itchy eyes, skin irritation, and breathing difficulties. Together, these measurements help you understand exactly what's causing your allergic symptoms so you can take targeted action.
What this means
Your test shows a moderate positive reaction to cat dander, indicating your immune system produces IgE antibodies when exposed to cats. This sensitivity likely contributes to symptoms like sneezing, itchy eyes, or congestion when you're around cats or in environments where cats have been.
Recommended actions
Avoid direct contact with cats and keep them out of your bedroom if you have one at home
Use HEPA air purifiers in main living spaces to reduce airborne dander
Vacuum frequently with a HEPA-filter vacuum and wash hands after touching cats
Consider discussing antihistamines or allergy immunotherapy with your doctor if avoidance isn't possible