Description
The Alcat 250 Food Panel is a comprehensive laboratory test that measures immune reactions to 250 commonly consumed foods, herbs, spices, and other substances. By analyzing the activation of white blood cells (leukocytes) when exposed to these items, this test helps identify food sensitivities that may contribute to symptoms such as digestive discomfort, headaches, fatigue, joint pain, and skin issues.
Unlike immediate food allergies, which are IgE-mediated, food sensitivities are often delayed immune responses, making them difficult to identify without specialized testing. This panel offers valuable insights to help guide personalized dietary and lifestyle changes for improved health and wellness.
Note: This test cannot be ordered for patients younger than six months of age.
Blood Draw: Fasting is not required for this test.
Biomarkers Tested
Vegetables
Acorn Squash, Amaranth, Ancho Chile Pepper, Artichoke, Arugula, Asparagus, Avocado, Beet, Bell Pepper, Bok Choy, Boston Bibb Lettuce, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Button Mushroom, Cabbage, Carrot, Cauliflower, Celery, Chicory, Chives, Collard Greens, Cucumber, Dandelion Leaf, Eggplant, Endive, Escarole, Green Pea, Horseradish, Iceberg Lettuce, Jicama, Kale, Kelp, Leaf Lettuce, Leek, Mustard Greens, Okra, Olive, Onion, Parsley, Parsnip, Portobello Mushroom, Pumpkin, Radish, Rapeseed, Rhubarb, Romaine Lettuce, Rutabaga, Shiitake Mushroom, Spinach, String Bean, Sweet Potato, Swiss Chard, Taro Root, Turnip, Water Chestnut, Watercress, White Potato, Yam, Yellow Squash, Zucchini
Fruits
Apple, Apricot, Banana, Black Currant, Blackberry, Blueberry, Cantaloupe, Cherry, Cranberry, Date, Dragon Fruit, Fig, Grape, Grapefruit, Guava, Honeydew Melon, Jackfruit, Kiwi Fruit, Lemon, Lime, Lychee, Mango, Mulberry, Nectarine, Orange, Papaya, Peach, Pear, Persimmon, Pineapple, Plantain, Plum, Pomegranate, Raspberry, Star Fruit, Strawberry, Tangerine, Watermelon
Legumes & Beans
Adzuki Bean, Black Bean, Black-eyed Pea, Cannellini Bean, Chickpea, Fava Bean, Green Pea, Kidney Bean, Lentil, Lima Bean, Mung Bean, Navy Bean, Pinto Bean, Soybean, Yellow Pea
Grains & Seeds
Amaranth, Barley, Buckwheat, Corn, Millet, Oats, Quinoa, Rice, Rye, Sorghum, Spelt, Teff, Wheat, Wild Rice, Chia Seed, Flaxseed, Hemp, Poppy Seed, Pumpkin Seed, Rapeseed, Sesame, Sunflower
Nuts
Almond, Brazil Nut, Cashew, Hazelnut, Macadamia Nut, Peanut, Pecan, Pine Nut, Pistachio Nut, Walnut
Meats & Poultry
Beef, Bison, Chicken, Chicken Liver, Duck, Lamb, Pork, Turkey, Veal, Venison
Seafood
Anchovy, Catfish, Clam, Codfish, Crab, Flounder, Grouper, Haddock, Halibut, Lobster, Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Mussel, Oyster, Salmon, Sardine, Scallop, Shrimp, Snapper, Sole, Swordfish, Tilapia, Trout, Tuna
Dairy & Related Proteins
Casein, Cow Milk, Goat Milk, Sheep Milk, Whey, Lactose
Herbs, Spices & Flavorings
Allspice, Basil, Bay Leaf, Caraway, Cardamom, Carob, Cayenne Pepper, Chamomile, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Cloves, Coriander, Cumin, Curry, Dill, Fennel Seed, Garlic, Ginger, Habanero Pepper, Jalapeño Pepper, Nutmeg, Oregano, Paprika, Peppermint, Rosemary, Safflower, Saffron, Sage, Spearmint, Tarragon, Thyme, Turmeric, Vanilla
Sweeteners & Additives
Agave, Baker’s Yeast, Brewer’s Yeast, Candida albicans, Cane Sugar, Fructose, Gluten, Gliadin, Honey, Maple Sugar, Malt, Molasses, Nutritional Yeast, Stevia
Why This Test is Important
Identifying and eliminating problematic foods may help reduce inflammation, improve digestion, enhance energy levels, and support overall health. This test provides a personalized roadmap for making targeted dietary changes to optimize wellness.
