Allergens trigger immune cells to release histamine and other inflammatory chemicals that result in an allergic reaction. Symptoms of an allergy are varied and can include itching, burning and swelling around the mouth, swelling of face or eyes, runny nose, skin rash, hives, diarrhoea, abdominal cramps, breathing difficulties, vomiting and nausea.
This Allergy Check uses RAST panels to measure specific IgE antibodies in your blood. IgE is normally found in very small amounts in the blood, and functions as part of the body’s immune system. Elevated IgE levels can indicate a tendency to be hyperallergic, often associated with conditions like eczema, hay fever, or allergic asthma. This extensive allergy screen includes the 7 RAST panels listed below.
If you have a specific allergen or group of allergens you would like tested, please contact us for a quote.
Elevated IgE levels can indicate a tendency to be hyperallergic – this is often characterised by conditions such as eczema, hay fever, or allergic asthma.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is a protein associated with allergic reactions that is normally found in very small amounts in the blood. IgE functions as part of the body’s immune system (its defence against ‘intruders’).
This panel screens for common food allergens that are often introduced early in life and can trigger significant reactions in both children and adults.
This RAST panel includes:
Shellfish and fish allergies are among the most common and potentially severe—this panel helps identify sensitivities to popular seafood items.
This RAST panel includes;
Tuna
Nut allergies can cause serious anaphylactic reactions; this test helps pinpoint which specific tree nuts or peanuts may be the culprit.
This RAST panel includes;
A key trigger for year-round allergic symptoms, this panel detects sensitivity to common indoor allergens like dust mites and cockroach particles.
This RAST panel includes;
This panel targets pollens from grasses and weeds prevalent in Australia, often responsible for hay fever and seasonal allergies.
This RAST panel includes;
For those with pet-related symptoms, this test identifies allergic responses to dander from common domestic and farm animals.
This RAST panel includes;
Mould spores are invisible triggers in damp environments—this panel helps detect allergies that may worsen asthma or respiratory conditions.
This RAST panel includes;
Download and print your pathology form from your i-screen dashboard.
Take your form to one of our affiliated collection centres to have your sample taken.
Results for this test available in 10-12 days and will be published in your online dashboard.
