Description

Comprehensive Immune Reaction Testing for Food Sensitivities

The Alcat Test: 200 Food Panel is a cutting-edge immune assay that measures a patient’s leukocyte (white blood cell) response to 200 commonly consumed foods and food ingredients. Unlike traditional IgE allergy tests, the Alcat Test evaluates cellular immune reactivity, which can uncover delayed food sensitivities or intolerances that may contribute to chronic inflammation, digestive issues, skin problems, fatigue, and autoimmune symptoms.

Note: This test is not suitable for patients younger than six months of age.

Why This Test Matters in Functional Medicine

Food sensitivities and intolerances can drive systemic inflammation, exacerbate autoimmune disorders, disrupt gut health, and impair overall wellness. The Alcat Test provides personalized data that empowers clinicians to identify and eliminate problematic foods, enabling root-cause resolution rather than symptom management alone.

Common symptoms linked to food sensitivities include:

  • Bloating, gas, and digestive discomfort
  • Chronic fatigue and brain fog
  • Skin rashes, eczema, or psoriasis
  • Joint pain or inflammation
  • Migraines and headaches
  • Autoimmune flare-ups
  • Mood disturbances and irritability

How the Test Works

  • Blood is drawn to isolate leukocytes, which are then exposed to extracts from 200 different foods.
  • The test measures changes in leukocyte size and volume as indicators of immune activation or sensitivity.
  • Results classify foods into categories such as Severe, Moderate, Mild, or No Reaction based on the degree of immune response.

Food Items Tested (200 Total)

Acorn Squash, Almond, Amaranth, Ancho Chile Pepper, Anchovy, Apple, Apricot, Artichoke, Asparagus, Avocado, Baker's Yeast, Banana, Barley, Basil, Bay Leaf, Beef, Beet, Bell Pepper, Bison, Black Bean, Black Pepper, Black Tea, Black-eyed Pea, Blackberry, Blueberry, Bok Choy, Brazil Nut, Brewer's Yeast, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Buckwheat, Butternut Squash, Button Mushroom, Cabbage, Candida albicans, Cane Sugar, Cantaloupe, Caraway, Cardamom, Carob, Carrot, Casein, Cashew, Catfish, Cauliflower, Cayenne Pepper, Celery, Chamomile, Cherry, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Chickpea, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Clam, Cloves, Cocoa Bean, Coconut, Codfish, Coffee, Coriander, Corn, Cow Milk, Crab, Cranberry, Cucumber, Cumin, Date, Dill, Duck, Egg White, Egg Yolk, Eggplant, Endive, Fava Bean, Fennel Seed, Fig, Flaxseed, Flounder, Fructose, Garlic, Ginger, Gliadin, Gluten, Goat Milk, Grape, Grapefruit, Green Pea, Green Tea, Grouper, Haddock, Halibut, Hazelnut, Honey, Honeydew Melon, Hops, Iceberg Lettuce, Jalapeno Pepper, Kale, Kelp, Kidney Bean, Kiwi Fruit, Lamb, Leaf Lettuce, Leek, Lemon, Lentils, Licorice, Lima Bean, Lime, Lobster, Macadamia Nut, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Malt, Mango, Maple Sugar, Millet, Mung Bean, Mussel, Mustard Seed, Navy Bean, Nectarine, Nutmeg, Oats, Okra, Olive, Onion, Orange, Oregano, Oyster, Papaya, Paprika, Parsley, Parsnip, Peach, Peanut, Pear, Pecan, Peppermint, Pine Nut, Pineapple, Pinto Bean, Pistachio Nut, Plum, Pomegranate, Pork, Portobello Mushroom, Pumpkin, Quinoa, Radish, Raspberry, Rice, Romaine Lettuce, Rosemary, Rye, Safflower, Saffron, Sage, Salmon, Sardine, Scallion, Scallops, Sea Bass, Sesame, Shrimp, Snapper, Sole, Sorghum, Soybean, Spelt, Spinach, Strawberry, String Bean, Sunflower, Sweet Potato, Swiss Chard, Swordfish, Tapioca, Teff, Thyme, Tilapia, Tomato, Trout, Tuna, Turkey, Turmeric, Turnip, Vanilla, Veal, Venison, Walnut, Watercress, Watermelon, Wheat, Whey, White Potato, Wild Rice, Yellow Squash, Zucchini.

Who Should Consider the Alcat Test?

  • Individuals with chronic digestive symptoms such as bloating, diarrhea, constipation, or IBS.
  • Patients with autoimmune diseases seeking to identify food triggers.
  • Those suffering from chronic inflammation, unexplained fatigue, skin issues, or migraines.
  • People with dietary sensitivities or allergies not detected by conventional IgE allergy tests.
  • Anyone wanting to optimize their diet by identifying foods that may be contributing to hidden immune activation.

Preparation & Sample Collection

  • No special fasting or preparation is required before testing.
  • Blood sample collected by a healthcare professional.
  • Results typically available within 10–14 days.

The Alcat Test: 200 Food Panel offers a comprehensive, functional assessment of your immune system’s reaction to a wide array of foods, empowering personalized nutrition plans and improved health outcomes through targeted food elimination and reintroduction.