Pediatric allergy panel

We remind you that independent interpretation of the results is unacceptable, the information provided below is for reference purposes only.

The Pediatric Allergen Panel is a blood test that detects the presence of specific IgE antibodies for 27 common allergens in children. This panel helps identify food and respiratory allergies and provides essential information for the diagnosis and management of allergic reactions.

The Pediatric Allergen Panel includes the following allergens:

• Pollen: grass mix, birch, mugwort.
• Indoor allergens: house dust mites (Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, D. farinae).
• Animal epithelium: cat, dog, horse.
• Molds: Cladosporium herbarum, Aspergillus fumigatus, Alternaria alternata.
• Egg: egg white, egg yolk.
• Milk and milk proteins: cow's milk, casein, alpha-lactalbumin, beta-lactoglobulin, bovine serum albumin.
• Cereals: wheat flour, rice.
• Fish: cod.
• Vegetables: potato, carrot.
• Fruits: apple.
• Nuts and legumes: hazelnut, peanut, soybean.

Indications

• Symptoms of food allergy (rashes, itching, bloating, vomiting)
• Respiratory allergic manifestations (sneezing, nasal congestion, cough, asthma)
• Frequent skin reactions or dermatitis
• Suspected sensitivity to multiple environmental or food substances
• Monitoring and evaluating response to treatment or elimination diet

Procedure

The test is performed by collecting a venous blood sample from the patient. The sample is sent to the laboratory, where IgE levels specific to each allergen in the panel are measured. The results provide detailed information about the child’s allergic sensitivities.

Sources:

https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/en/topic/default?id=diagnostic-tests-for-allergy-in-children-90-P01683
https://www.labcorp.com/tests/602988/allergen-profile-plus-ige-pediatric
https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/129/1/193/31665/Allergy-Testing-in-Childhood-Using-Allergen
https://testdirectory.questdiagnostics.com/test/test-detail/91683/childhood-allergy-food-and-environmental-profile-with-reflexes?cc=MASTER
https://testdirectory.questdiagnostics.com/test/test-detail/10659/childhood-allergy-food-and-environmental-profile?cc=MASTER
https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/conditions/health-library/diagnostic-tests-for-allergy-in-children

IMPORTANT!

It is crucial to remember that the information provided in this section is not intended for self-diagnosis or self-treatment. If you experience any symptoms or a flare-up of a condition, it is essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnostic testing and treatment. Only a qualified specialist can provide an accurate diagnosis and determine the appropriate treatment. To obtain the most accurate and consistent evaluation of test results, it is recommended to have them performed at the same laboratory. This is because different laboratories may use varying methods and units of measurement for similar tests.