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20 Food Allergy Test Panel
This panel measures IgE antibodies to twenty common foods, including milk, egg, peanut, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, and tree nuts, in a single blood sample.
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- 1-3 business days
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- From $259
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Quick answer
The comprehensive 20 food allergy panel measures immunoglobulin E antibodies against twenty common foods from one blood sample. It is intended for people who suspect food-related reactions and want a broad view of sensitization across everyday ingredients. Individual foods are reported separately so patterns can be reviewed with a healthcare provider, who interprets the results alongside your symptoms.
What this test measures
This panel measures allergen-specific immunoglobulin E against twenty common foods in a single blood draw. Typical targets include milk, egg, peanut, wheat, soy, codfish, shrimp, crab, walnut, almond, sesame, and corn, along with other frequently eaten ingredients. Reporting each food separately helps identify which items stand out. The panel is a screening tool, and sensitization does not always mean a food causes symptoms.
A blood sample is collected by venipuncture at a partner laboratory and analyzed with immunoassays. Each food-specific IgE result is reported in kilounits per liter with an IgE class, and total IgE may be included for context. Some food proteins share structures with pollen or other foods, so cross-reactive patterns can appear. That is one reason results are interpreted together with a clinical history rather than in isolation.
People order this panel when multiple food reactions are suspected, when symptoms are vague, or when they want broad information before an elimination plan. It is also used by families exploring common childhood food allergens. A qualified healthcare provider should guide interpretation, because panel results can show sensitization to foods that are tolerated without any symptoms.
- Milk-specific IgE antibodies
- Egg white-specific IgE antibodies
- Peanut-specific IgE antibodies
- Wheat-specific IgE antibodies
- Soybean-specific IgE antibodies
- Codfish-specific IgE antibodies
- Shrimp-specific IgE antibodies
- Crab-specific IgE antibodies
- Walnut-specific IgE antibodies
- Almond-specific IgE antibodies
- Sesame-specific IgE antibodies
- Corn-specific IgE antibodies
Why people order this test
- Screen for sensitization across twenty common foods
- Investigate reactions when the trigger food is unclear
- Gather broad data before an elimination diet discussion
- Evaluate multiple suspected food sensitivities at once
- Support allergy planning for children or adults
How to prepare
No fasting is required for this allergy panel, and one blood draw covers all twenty foods. Follow the laboratory instructions provided with your order, and let the collector know about any medications or recent reactions.
Understanding your results
Results are usually available within one to three business days. Each food is reported separately, showing which specific IgE antibodies were detected. Because sensitization does not always cause symptoms, a healthcare provider should interpret the panel with your history and advise on any dietary changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which foods are included in the twenty-food panel?
The panel covers common allergens such as milk, egg, peanut, wheat, soy, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, sesame, and corn, though the exact list can vary by laboratory.
If a result is positive, do I have to avoid that food?
Not always. A positive result shows sensitization, and many people tolerate foods without symptoms. A healthcare provider should make dietary recommendations.
Do I need to fast?
No fasting is required for allergy blood testing unless the laboratory instructs otherwise.
Can children take this panel?
Yes. Food allergy panels are commonly ordered for children, and a pediatric provider can determine whether testing is appropriate.
Does the panel diagnose all food allergies?
No. It screens for IgE-mediated sensitization to the foods tested. Other types of food reactions may need different evaluation.
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