9127. Allergen. Extract. Ficus (k81), IgE antibodies
Description
Ficus belongs to the mulberry family, which has about ten species, adapted for home cultivation. The most common are Benjamin's ficus and elastica ficus. Ficus can cause allergic reactions such as contact dermatitis and urticaria, asthma, and allergic conjunctivitis. Ficus allergy can also occur during childhood, especially in children with latex allergies.
Ficus allergens are mainly present in the sap of the plant and its pollen over long distances. Contact with allergens can manifest itself as rhinoconjunctivitis, asthma, in severe cases, an anaphylactic reaction. Florists and gardeners are more likely to experience contact dermatitis and urticaria-like reactions.
Florists and gardeners are more likely to experience contact dermatitis and urticaria-like reactions. Some people are at risk of developing cross-allergy to tropical fruits, which can manifest as oral allergies (swelling and itching of the lips, tongue, mucous throat) and ‘fruit-latex’ syndrome.
When and who needs the test?
Recommended for conducting a diagnostic search for the cause of allergies with year-round symptoms; in deciding on the tactics of treatment and the feasibility of conducting allergen-specific therapy (ASIT).
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...