Description
A nut-specific immunoglobulin E (IgE) blood panel measures the amount of IgE antibodies in your blood that are produced in response to nut proteins. The test can help identify if you have a nut allergy and which specific proteins in the nut might trigger a reaction.
Purpose
- Identify allergies: Determine if you have an allergy to nuts or other foods
- Identify specific proteins: Pinpoint which proteins in a nut might cause a reaction
- Help manage allergies: Understand how to manage allergies and reduce the risk of severe reactions
Fasting not required.
