Allergens house dust panel (7)

House Dust Allergen Panel (7) is a serological allergy test designed for the initial assessment of IgE-mediated sensitization to the main allergens present in the household environment. The panel includes allergens derived from house dust mites, moulds, and the general house dust allergen.

The test determines the presence of specific IgE antibodies to individual allergens and is used for the evaluation of patients with symptoms that may be associated with exposure to indoor allergens. The results contribute to guiding further allergy investigations and establishing the diagnostic approach, depending on the patient’s clinical manifestations and medical history.

Included allergens

Indications

• recurrent sneezing, nasal congestion, runny nose or nasal itching without an infectious cause;
• worsening of symptoms while staying at home, in rooms with increased humidity or upon contact with house dust;
• symptoms of allergic rhinitis occurring predominantly indoors;
• eye itching, tearing or other manifestations suggestive of allergic conjunctivitis;
• persistent cough, wheezing or symptoms suggestive of allergic asthma;
• suspicion of sensitization to house dust mites or moulds;
• evaluation of patients with allergic symptoms associated with exposure to indoor allergens;
• initial allergy assessment in patients with suspected sensitivity to household allergens.

Procedure

The analysis is performed based on a venous blood sample collected from the elbow crease. The procedure takes a few minutes and is carried out by qualified medical personnel.

Test method

Determination of specific IgE antibodies in serum against individual allergens using an automated immunological method.

Interpretation of results

The test result allows the assessment of sensitization to the main household allergens included in this panel.

In case of a positive result, an allergist may recommend further investigations by determining specific IgE antibodies for individual allergens or by performing an extended allergy evaluation, depending on the clinical picture and the patient’s medical history.

The test results should be interpreted in correlation with the patient’s symptoms, living conditions and other relevant clinical data.