An allergy is a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system that causes undesirable reactions to certain substances like food, dust, pollen, drugs, or even animal dander. These reactions normally do not occur in others. The substance causing the reaction is an allergen. Immunoglobin E is an antibody that the body produces in case of an allergic reaction. A total IgE test is a blood test used to measure the complete IgE levels in the blood, but it does not indicate the specific allergen causing the reaction. Allergy – Vegetarian + Nonvegetarian Panel is a food allergy screening that tests the body’s reaction to 22 commonly consumed vegetarian as well as non-vegetarian food ingredients using the ImmunoCAP technique. Based on the results the source of allergy/allergies is determined and the course of treatment is decided accordingly. Along with this, the allergen-specific IgE levels are also checked.

The Veg and Non-Veg Allergy Test Panel is a straightforward test. It can identify foods that cause allergies. With the use of this test panel, you can find out if you are allergic to the most popular vegetarian and non-vegetarian foods.

Specifically for the Indian population, this allergy panel is designed to identify IgE-mediated allergies to non-vegetarian and vegetarian meals. There are a total of 22 allergens on this panel.

Why is an Allergy-Vegetarian+ Non-Vegetarian Panel done?

This test is done to identify the precise cause causing suspected allergies to particular vegetarian and non-vegetarian food items frequently used in cooking. It is a food allergy. So it frequently results in digestive symptoms like diarrhea.

But it can also produce symptoms in the skin or the respiratory system. These could be hives, itching, running nose, sneezing, coughing, and shortness of breath. Anaphylactic shock may also result from some severe cases. Based on these findings, additional targeted testing is advised.