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Glycyphagus Domesticus Mite Allergy Blood Test
A Storage Mite allergy test measures IgE antibodies to Glycyphagus domesticus, a mite found in stored foods and dusty materials. It helps assess sensitization behind ongoing nasal, eye, or breathing symptoms.
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- 1-3 business days
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- From $49
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Quick answer
The Storage Mite allergy test uses a blood sample to measure immunoglobulin E antibodies against Glycyphagus domesticus, also known as the furniture mite. This mite lives in stored foods, grain, and dusty materials, and its particles can become airborne when those materials are disturbed. The test helps show whether the immune system is sensitized, and a qualified healthcare provider interprets the result.
What this test measures
Storage mites are tiny organisms that thrive in humid stored products such as grain, flour, hay, and dried food. Glycyphagus domesticus, sometimes called the furniture mite, is one of several species found in these settings. Its allergens can become airborne when stored goods or dusty materials are handled, which may trigger nasal, eye, or respiratory symptoms in sensitive people.
The test measures allergen-specific IgE in serum using a laboratory immunoassay. It reports a quantitative level and a reactivity class for Glycyphagus domesticus. Because storage mites share some allergens with house dust mites, results are often reviewed together with other mite and mold tests to build a complete picture.
A positive result indicates sensitization, not a confirmed cause of symptoms. Reactions depend on exposure and individual sensitivity, and not everyone who is sensitized develops symptoms. Clinicians interpret the finding with the person's history, environment, and other test results, and people with persistent symptoms should discuss the result with a qualified healthcare provider.
- Glycyphagus domesticus-specific IgE antibodies
- Total serum IgE
- Quantitative allergen-specific IgE level
- IgE reactivity class for Glycyphagus domesticus
- Cross-reactive storage mite allergens
- Group 2 mite allergens linked to house dust mite reactivity
Why people order this test
- Investigate persistent nasal or respiratory symptoms tied to stored goods
- Support evaluation of occupational exposure to grain, flour, or hay
- Clarify results when a broader allergy panel shows mite sensitization
- Help distinguish storage mite sensitivity from house dust mite sensitivity
- Provide objective information before discussing avoidance with a provider
- Follow symptoms that worsen around stored food or dusty materials
How to prepare
No fasting is needed for this test. A blood sample is collected from a vein, usually at the arm. Follow any instructions provided by the laboratory regarding timing or current medications.
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 Glycyphagus domesticus. An elevated value indicates sensitization, but only a healthcare provider can interpret it in the context of symptoms and exposure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glycyphagus domesticus?
It is a storage mite, also called the furniture mite, that lives in stored foods, grain, and dusty materials. Its microscopic particles can become airborne and trigger symptoms in sensitive people.
Where are storage mites commonly found?
They thrive in humid stored products such as grain, flour, hay, and dried foods, and can also be present in dusty indoor spaces.
How is the test performed?
A small blood sample is drawn from a vein and analyzed for IgE antibodies that react to Glycyphagus domesticus allergens.
Do I need to fast before the test?
No fasting is usually required. If the test is combined with other panels that require fasting, the laboratory provides specific instructions.
Can storage mite allergy be confused with dust mite allergy?
Yes. Storage mites and house dust mites share some allergens, so laboratories and clinicians often review results from both types of tests together.
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