Barley Allergy Blood Test

The Barley Allergy Blood Test measures a person's allergic reaction to barley.

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LabCorp

Test Code: 602504

CPT Code: 86003

Also Known As: Whole Grain Barley

Methodology: Thermo Fisher ImmunoCAP®

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 2-4 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Test Code: 2806

CPT Code: 86003

Also Known As: Whole Grain Barley

Methodology: Immunoassay (IA)

Specimen Type: Blood

Preparation: No special preparation required.

Test Results: 3-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.

Description

Barley is a cereal grain member and used to make many foods, such as beer, soups, and stews. Since Barley contains gluten, it should not be consumed by people who have celiac disease or gluten intolerance. Barley, as well as rye and wheat, contain gluten.

Intestinal symptoms could include the following:

• Gas

• Stomach Pain

• Vomiting

• Diarrhea

• Constipation

Respiratory symptoms could include the following:

• Hives

• Sneezing and coughing

• Trouble Breathing

• In severe cases, anaphylaxis

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