ALLERGEN - ENGLISH PLANTAIN, SERUM
Identifies IgE antibodies to English plantain pollen, a weed allergen. The test is used to diagnose seasonal allergies caused by plantain, which may include symptoms such as hay fever and asthma.
ALLERGEN - ENGLISH PLANTAIN, SERUM Test in Bengaluru Overview
No special preparations needed
- English Plantain: Allergen Specific Ige
It’s an allergic reaction to the pollen of the English plantain plant, which can trigger hay fever symptoms.
Symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, throat irritation, and, in some cases, asthma flare-ups.
English plantain pollen is most prevalent in late spring and summer, making allergy symptoms worse during these seasons.
Use antihistamines, avoid outdoor activities on high pollen days, and consider allergy immunotherapy if symptoms are severe.
Some individuals may experience cross-reactivity with certain fruits and vegetables due to pollen-food syndrome.
Test code
3159
Specimen vol. and vacutainer information
| Specimen | Vacutainer | Volume |
|---|---|---|
| Serum | Yellow Vacutainer | 1 ML |
Specimen stability information
Serum
Specimen rejection criteria
Test run frequency
Every Day TIME - 11:00
Turn around time
Same Day
Performing locations
Department
- Allergy
CPT and Loinc codes
Package price
₹1500
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