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Food Allergy Basic Panel
The Basic Food Allergy Test Panel measures IgE antibodies against 15 common foods, including milk, egg, wheat, soy, peanut, shrimp, and tree nuts. It is a broad first-look screen for food sensitization.
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- 1-3 business days
- Starting price
- From $160
- Results
- Confidential, online
Quick answer
The Basic Food Allergy Test Panel is a blood test that measures immunoglobulin E antibodies against 15 common foods in a single sample. Foods included span dairy, egg, grains, legumes, seafood, and nuts. It is often chosen as a first-look screen when food allergy is suspected. The result shows which foods the immune system recognizes, and a healthcare provider interprets it with the person's history.
What this test measures
Food allergy testing looks for allergen-specific IgE antibodies, the type involved in immediate reactions such as hives, swelling, and in some cases breathing difficulty. A panel format screens several foods at once, which is useful when the specific trigger is unclear or when a broad evaluation is needed.
The test requires one blood draw. The laboratory reports a quantitative IgE level and a reactivity class for each food. The 15-food panel typically covers milk, egg white, wheat, soy, peanut, shrimp, cod, walnut, almond, corn, tomato, strawberry, scallop, sesame, and chicken, though the exact list can vary by laboratory.
A positive result indicates sensitization and does not always mean a food will cause symptoms. Many people have detectable antibodies without reacting, so results are interpreted with a symptom and diet history. A qualified healthcare provider decides whether additional evaluation, such as an elimination trial or supervised challenge, is appropriate.
- Milk (cow)
- Egg white
- Wheat
- Soybean
- Peanut
- Shrimp
- Cod fish
- Walnut
- Almond
- Corn
- Tomato
- Strawberry
Why people order this test
- Investigate suspected reactions to common foods
- Screen several foods at once when the trigger is unclear
- Support a broader allergy evaluation before focused testing
- Assess foods that may be linked to skin, digestive, or respiratory symptoms
- Provide objective information before discussing dietary changes with a provider
- Follow up on a reaction to a specific meal or ingredient
How to prepare
No fasting is required for this blood test. A blood sample is drawn from a vein, usually at the arm. Follow any instructions from the laboratory, and share a detailed list of foods and symptoms with the ordering provider.
Understanding your results
Results are generally available within one to three business days. The report shows the specific IgE level and a reactivity class for each food tested. Elevated values indicate sensitization, and a qualified healthcare provider interprets them with the person's history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which foods are in the basic panel?
The panel typically covers 15 foods such as milk, egg white, wheat, soybean, peanut, shrimp, cod, walnut, almond, corn, tomato, strawberry, scallop, sesame, and chicken. The exact list is set by the laboratory.
Does a positive result mean I am allergic to that food?
It shows sensitization. Some people have antibodies without symptoms, so results are interpreted with a symptom and diet history rather than alone.
How many foods does this panel screen?
It screens 15 foods in one blood draw, which makes it a broad starting point when the specific trigger is unknown.
Do I need to fast?
No fasting is required for this blood test unless it is combined with another order that calls for it.
Can the panel miss a food allergy?
Yes. It covers common foods only. A food not on the list, or a non-IgE reaction, would not be detected by this panel.
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