Description

Comprehensive Immune Reactivity Test for Foods, Additives, Herbs, and More

The Alcat Platinum Plus Panel measures immune reactions through leukocyte stimulation to analyze sensitivities to 370 substances, including foods, herbs, molds, food additives, colorings, antibiotics, and anti-inflammatory agents. This advanced testing offers a broad and detailed picture of immune activation that may contribute to chronic inflammation, digestive distress, skin disorders, autoimmune issues, and systemic symptoms.

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

Why Choose the Alcat Platinum Plus Panel?

  • Identifies hidden food and substance sensitivities not detected by traditional IgE allergy tests.
  • Detects immune reactions to a wide range of foods, herbal supplements, molds, preservatives, and medications.
  • Helps guide personalized dietary and lifestyle interventions for optimal health and reduced inflammation.
  • Supports root-cause resolution by revealing contributors to chronic symptoms including gut inflammation, fatigue, skin rashes, migraines, joint pain, and autoimmune flare-ups.

How It Works

  • Leukocytes are isolated from a blood sample and exposed to 370 different test substances.
  • The degree of leukocyte activation is measured to classify reactions as Severe, Moderate, Mild, or No Reaction.
  • Results inform elimination or avoidance strategies tailored to the patient’s unique immune response.

Panel Includes Testing for:

Foods & Beverages (including common allergens and nutritious items)

Acai Berry, Acorn Squash, Adzuki Bean, Agave, Almond, Amaranth, Ancho Chile Pepper, Anchovy, Apple, Apricot, Arrowroot, Artichoke, Arugula, Avocado, Banana, Barley, Basil, Bay Leaf, Beef, Beet, Bell Pepper, Bison, Black Bean, Black Currant, Black Pepper, Blackberry, Blueberry, Bok Choy, Brazil Nut, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Buckwheat, Butternut Squash, Cabbage, Cane Sugar, Cantaloupe, Carrot, Cashew, Catfish, Cauliflower, Celery, Cherry, Chicken, Chickpea, Cilantro, Cinnamon, Cocoa Bean, Coconut, Codfish, Coffee, Corn, Crab, Cranberry, Cucumber, Cumin, Date, Dill, Duck, Egg White, Egg Yolk, Eggplant, Fava Bean, Fennel Seed, Fig, Flaxseed, Garlic, Ginger, Grape, Grapefruit, Green Pea, Green Tea, Haddock, Halibut, Hazelnut, Honey, Hops, Iceberg Lettuce, Jalapeno Pepper, Kale, Kelp, Kidney Bean, Kiwi Fruit, Lamb, Leek, Lemon, Lentils, Licorice, Lima Bean, Lime, Lobster, Macadamia Nut, Mackerel, Mango, Maple Sugar, Millet, Mung Bean, Mussel, Mustard Seed, Navy Bean, Nectarine, Nutmeg, Oats, Okra, Olive, Onion, Orange, Oregano, Oyster, Papaya, 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, Salmon, Sardine, Scallion, Scallops, Sea Bass, Sesame, Shrimp, Snapper, Sorghum, Soybean, Spinach, Strawberry, Sunflower, Sweet Potato, Swiss Chard, Swordfish, Tangerine, Tapioca, Tarragon, Teff, Tilapia, Tomato, Trout, Tuna, Turkey, Turmeric, Turnip, Vanilla, Veal, Venison, Walnut, Watermelon, Wheat, Whey, White Potato, Wild Rice, Yam, Yellow Squash, Zucchini, and many more.

Herbs, Spices & Supplements

Aloe Vera, Allspice, Ashwagandha, Astragalus, Bamboo Shoot, Bee Pollen, Bilberry, Chia Seed, Echinacea, Elderberry, Ginkgo Biloba, Goji Berry, Goldenseal, Green Tea, Guarana Seed, Gymnema Sylvestre, Hawthorn, Horseradish, Kava Kava, Lecithin, Lutein, Milk Thistle, Noni Berry, Nutritional Yeast, Pau d’Arco Bark, Pycnogenol, Quercetin, Reishi Mushroom, Resveratrol, Rhodiola, Rosemary, Rooibos Tea, Sage, Schisandra Berry, Spirulina, St. John’s Wort, Turmeric, Valerian, Wakame, Wormwood, and others.

Molds & Fungi

Alternaria alternata, Aspergillus fumigatus, Aureobasidium pullulans, Botrytis cinerea, Candida albicans, Cephalosporium gramineum, Curvularia spp., Epicoccum purpurascens, Fusarium oxysporum, Geotrichum candidum, Monilia sitophila, Mucor racemosus, Phoma herbarum, Penicillium spp., Rhizopus nigricans, Rhodotorula rubra, Spondylocladium spp., Trichoderma spp.

Food Additives, Colorings & Preservatives

Acid Blue #3, Acid Red #14, Annatto, Aspartame, BHA, BHT, Benzoic Acid, Blue #1, Blue #2, Brilliant Black, Cane Sugar, Citric Acid, Erythritol, MSG, Polysorbate 80, Red #4, Red #40, Saccharin, Sodium Sulfite, Sorbic Acid, Stevia, Sucralose, Sulfamethoxazole, Sulindac, Sodium Sulfite, and many more.

Common Antibiotics & Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Acetaminophen, Amoxicillin, Ampicillin, Aspirin, Diclofenac, Diflunisal, Gentamicin, Ibuprofen, Indomethacin, Ketoprofen, Naproxen, Neomycin, Nystatin, Penicillamine, Penicillin, Piroxicam, Sulfamethoxazole, Sulindac, Streptomycin, Tetracycline.

Who Should Consider This Test?

  • Individuals with complex or unexplained chronic symptoms potentially linked to food or environmental sensitivities.
  • Patients with autoimmune diseases, chronic inflammation, or skin disorders.
  • Those with digestive issues like IBS, bloating, or food intolerance symptoms.
  • People with migraines, fatigue, joint pain, or neurological symptoms possibly driven by immune triggers.
  • Anyone seeking a comprehensive view of immune responses to foods, herbs, molds, medications, and additives for a personalized treatment plan.

Preparation & Sample Collection

  • No fasting or special preparation required.
  • Blood sample drawn by a healthcare professional.
  • Results usually available within 10–14 days.

The Alcat Platinum Plus Panel offers an unparalleled depth of immune reactivity testing to guide personalized nutrition and lifestyle choices, promoting reduced inflammation and better overall health.