What's this test for?

This test is ideal if you're experiencing repeated hives, skin welts, or itchy red patches that keep coming back with no clear trigger. It helps identify whether an autoimmune reaction may be causing your chronic urticaria (long-lasting hives). This is especially useful if you've had hives for six weeks or longer without a known cause.

What happens after I get my results?

Your results will show up in your account along with an explanation of what the normal range means for the anti-IgE antibody. If your levels are elevated, practical next steps include avoiding known hive triggers like certain foods, heat, or tight clothing, and considering a retest if symptoms persist or worsen. You can download a standard lab report directly from your account, and the trends feature lets you track your antibody levels over time if you test again in the future. If you experience swelling of the face, throat, or difficulty breathing, seek medical care right away.

Who should consider this test?

Anyone dealing with hives that show up repeatedly over several weeks or months, especially when no allergy, food, or medication trigger has been found, should consider this test. It's also useful for people whose hives don't respond well to typical antihistamine treatment. If your skin symptoms are affecting your daily life and standard allergy testing hasn't given you answers, this test can offer more insight.

What symptoms indicate I may need this test?

Common signs include raised, itchy welts on the skin that come and go, redness, swelling, and hives that last more than six weeks. Some people also notice their hives get worse with stress, heat, or pressure on the skin. If antihistamines aren't controlling your symptoms well, this test may help explain why.

How can I naturally support skin and immune balance?

Reducing stress through activities like walking, stretching, or deep breathing can help calm an overactive immune response that contributes to hives. Keeping a symptom diary to spot patterns with food, heat, or fabrics can help you avoid personal triggers. Staying hydrated and using gentle, fragrance-free skin products can also reduce irritation while your body settles down.

What is autoimmune chronic urticaria and why does it matter?

Autoimmune chronic urticaria happens when your immune system mistakenly makes antibodies that trigger your skin's mast cells to release histamine, causing hives. This matters because it's different from a typical allergy — the trigger comes from within your immune system, not from something you touched or ate. Understanding this can change how you approach treatment, since typical allergy avoidance strategies may not help as much as immune-calming approaches.

What does a high anti-IgE antibody result mean?

A high result suggests your immune system may be producing antibodies that attack IgE, the molecule involved in allergic and hive reactions. This can point to an autoimmune cause behind your chronic hives rather than a classic allergy. It doesn't mean something is critically wrong, but it does give a clearer direction for managing your symptoms.

What causes high anti-IgE antibody levels?

Elevated levels are usually linked to an autoimmune process where the body's immune system misfires and targets its own IgE or IgE receptors. This can sometimes occur alongside other autoimmune conditions like thyroid disorders. Stress, infections, and certain medications can also influence immune activity and contribute to flare-ups.

How often should I retest?

If your hives are ongoing, retesting every few months can help you see if antibody levels are changing as you make lifestyle adjustments. If your symptoms fully resolve, you may not need to retest unless hives return. Using the trends feature in your account makes it easy to compare results over time.

What should I do if my results are abnormal?

Start by tracking your symptoms and any patterns with triggers like stress, heat, or certain fabrics or foods. Gentle skincare, stress reduction, and avoiding known irritants can help manage flare-ups day to day. If your hives are severe, painful, or come with swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat, seek medical care immediately.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

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When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Anti-IgE Antibody Test - Chronic Hives Cause Check

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

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