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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 persistent sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, or breathing difficulties that seem linked to certain seasons or environments in the Mountain West region. It helps pinpoint which specific environmental allergens like pollen, mold, pet dander, or dust mites are triggering your symptoms. Many people use this test when over-the-counter allergy medications aren't working well or when they want to know exactly what they're allergic to before starting treatment.
No special preparation is needed for this allergy blood test. You don't need to fast, and you can continue taking your allergy medications as prescribed since they won't affect the IgE antibody levels measured in this test. Unlike skin testing, antihistamines don't need to be stopped beforehand. Simply schedule your blood draw at a convenient time.
This comprehensive panel tests your blood for IgE antibodies to 26 common environmental allergens specific to Colorado, Montana, New Mexico, Utah, Wyoming, and mountain areas of Arizona and Idaho. It evaluates tree pollens like cottonwood, oak, and mountain cedar that cause spring allergies, grasses like Bermuda and Timothy that trigger summer symptoms, and weeds like ragweed and sagebrush common in fall. The panel also checks for year-round indoor allergens including dust mites, pet dander from cats and dogs, cockroaches, and common molds like Alternaria and Aspergillus that can cause respiratory issues anytime.
What this means
Your IgE antibody levels to cat dander are elevated, indicating you're sensitized to cat allergens. This sensitization may be causing symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, or breathing difficulties when you're around cats or in environments where cats have been present.
Recommended actions
Minimize direct contact with cats and keep them out of bedrooms
Use HEPA air purifiers in main living areas to reduce airborne allergens
Wash hands after touching cats and avoid touching your face
Discuss immunotherapy options with an allergist if symptoms are severe