What is the purpose of this test?
The Alcat 21/20 Molds Sensitivity/Intolerance Panel is a diagnostic test that helps identify potential sensitivities or intolerances to various types of mold. This panel tests for 20 different molds that are commonly found in the environment and can cause a range of symptoms like headaches, fatigue, and respiratory issues. It's important to note that this panel only includes Candida albicans if it's ordered together with an Alcat food panel of 100 or more. This test can be helpful for individuals who suspect they may be experiencing symptoms related to mold exposure and want to identify which specific molds could be the culprit.
The 21/20 Molds Sensitivity/Intolerance Panel includes the following:
- Alternaria | Aspergillus
- Botrytis
- Candida albicans | Cephalosporium | Cladosporium Herbarum | Curvularia Specifera
- Epicoccum Nigrum
- Fusarium
- Helminthosporium | Hormodendrum
- Monilia Sitophila | Mucor Racemosus
- Penicilium | Phoma Herbarum | Pullularia
- Rhizopus Nigrican | Rhodotorula
- Spondylocladium | Sporobolomyces
- Trichoderma
Benefits of the 21/20 Molds Sensitivity/Intolerance Panel:
- Comprehensive Analysis: The panel provides a comprehensive analysis of 20 molds, helping to identify potential sensitivities or intolerances to these common environmental allergens.
- Personalized Results: It offers personalized results based on an individual's immune response to specific molds, allowing for tailored dietary and lifestyle recommendations.
- Identifies Hidden Triggers: The panel helps identify hidden triggers for symptoms such as respiratory issues, skin problems, digestive disturbances, and more, which may be attributed to mold sensitivity or intolerance.
- Precision Testing: Alcat's testing methodology is based on measuring cellular reactions to mold antigens, providing precise and reliable results.
- Potential Health Improvement: By avoiding or minimizing exposure to mold allergens identified through the panel, individuals may experience improvements in their overall health and well-being.
- Helps Inform Treatment Strategies: The panel results can help healthcare professionals develop targeted treatment strategies, such as personalized dietary plans, environmental modifications, and supportive therapies, to manage mold-related symptoms effectively.
- Increased Awareness: Testing for mold sensitivity or intolerance can increase awareness of the potential impact of mold exposure on health, prompting individuals to take proactive steps to reduce exposure and improve their quality of life.
- Supports Optimal Health: Identifying and addressing mold sensitivities or intolerances can support optimal health by reducing inflammation, alleviating symptoms, and enhancing immune function.
Preparation:
No fasting is required. Avoid antibiotics and antihistamines for 5 days, oral steroids for 7 days, and topical steroids for 24 hours prior to collection. Reduce vitamin C to 2500 mg or less for 48 hours prior to collection. If possible take medications or supplements after collection. Check with your physician before stopping any medications.
Test Results:
5-7 Business days once the lab receives the specimen. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
