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A focused IgE allergy blood test assessing the most common shellfish allergens associated with immediate allergic reactions.
£220
Results in 2–4 working days
Shellfish allergy is one of the most common causes of adult food allergy and can range from mild symptoms to severe allergic reactions. This profile measures Total IgE together with specific IgE antibodies to a range of commonly consumed shellfish, helping to identify allergic sensitisation. Results are reviewed by one of our GPs and interpreted alongside your symptoms and medical history to determine which findings are clinically relevant and whether further assessment or referral to an allergy specialist may be appropriate.
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Attend your appointment and one of our experienced nurses or phlebotomists will collect your blood sample. If your test also includes another sample, such as urine or stool, we will provide the necessary collection kit and clear instructions.
Results are typically available within 2 working days. Some individual markers may take longer if they require specialist laboratory processing. We will normally wait until the full profile is complete before issuing your reviewed results.
This test may be particularly useful for: Shellfish allergy; Food allergy; Suspected seafood allergy; Previous allergic reaction to shellfish; Oral allergy syndrome.
This test is commonly chosen when investigating: Itching after eating shellfish; Mouth or throat tingling; Lip or tongue swelling; Hives; Facial swelling; Wheezing; Difficulty breathing; Vomiting after eating shellfish. Blood tests are only one part of an assessment, and results should be considered alongside your symptoms and medical history.
This test may help assess or investigate: Shellfish allergy; Crustacean allergy; Mollusc allergy; IgE-mediated food allergy. An abnormal result does not necessarily confirm a diagnosis, but it may help guide further assessment.
This profile includes: Total IgE together with specific IgE testing for a range of commonly consumed shellfish including prawn, shrimp, crab, lobster, mussel and other shellfish allergens included within the TDL Shellfish Allergy Profile..
Ways to have this test
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Your appointment will be with a friendly nurse.
We provide a health record, sent also to your NHS GP on request.