Description
The Pediatric Aeroallergen IgE Blood Test measures levels of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in a child's blood in response to specific airborne allergens. Elevated IgE levels indicate the immune system is reacting to allergens such as pollen, mold, dust mites, or pet dander—which can contribute to conditions like asthma, allergic rhinitis, eczema, and chronic sinusitis.
This test is ideal for evaluating allergy symptoms in children, especially when skin testing isn't practical or safe.
Purpose of Testing
- Diagnose environmental and inhalant allergies
- Support the management of conditions like allergic rhinitis, eczema, asthma, and chronic sinusitis
- Guide allergen avoidance strategies or referrals to specialists
- Reduce the risk of misdiagnosis by identifying true allergic triggers
What Allergens Are Tested?
This panel detects IgE reactions to a wide range of inhalant allergens, including:
Mold Allergens
- Alternaria alternata
- Cladosporium herbarum
- Curvularia lunata
- Penicillium chrysogenum
Pet Allergens
- Cat epithelium (dander)
- Dog dander
Dust Mites
- Dermatophagoides farinae
- Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus
Weeds
- Lamb's quarters
- Rough marshelder
- Pigweed/careless weed
- Common ragweed
- False ragweed
- Russian thistle
Grasses
- Bermuda grass
- Johnson grass
- Perennial ryegrass
- Timothy grass
Trees
- Cottonwood
- Mesquite
- American elm
- Live oak (Virginia)
- Pecan/hickory
- Mountain cedar
Why Choose Blood Testing Over Skin Testing?
- Safe for young children
- No exposure to allergens during testing
- Can be done while taking antihistamines
- Requires only a small blood sample
- Results help reduce unnecessary allergen exposure and medication use
Test Details
- Sample Type: Blood draw
- Fasting Required: No
