9051. Allergen. Extract. Shrimp (f24), IgE antibodies
Description
Shrimp allergy is a food allergic reaction that can develop in both children and adults, more commonly in women and individuals with a genetic predisposition to atopy or atopic dermatitis. Symptoms may appear immediately or several hours after seafood consumption and include difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue and throat, pruritus and rash, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, and dizziness.
Determination of specific IgE antibodies to shrimp enables confirmation of sensitization. In severe cases, anaphylactic shock may develop, requiring immediate medical attention; therefore, medical consultation and comprehensive allergological evaluation are recommended when shrimp allergy is suspected.
When and who needs the test?
- To diagnose the cause of allergies.
- To decide on treatment strategies and the feasibility of allergen-specific therapy (ASIT).
- To develop dietary recommendations.
Biological material
- Venous blood
Preparing for a blood test
In order to exclude factors that may affect the test results, we recommend to follow the preparation rules:
- an important condition for laboratory tests is to take blood on an empty stomach.
- 6-12 hours before the test, you should avoid eating, drinking alcohol, smoking, and limit physical activity. Drinking...
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