Beef Allergy IgE Blood Test
The beef allergy IgE blood test measures IgE antibodies in the blood and the level of an individual's reaction to beef.
Description
Beef allergies are relatively uncommon and usually develop later in life. This allergy is related to the Alpha-gal, which is a carbohydrate that is located in the mammalian cell membranes.
Symptoms of an allergy to beef may include the following:
• Shortness of breath or wheezing
• Headaches
• Sneezing and runny nose
• Itching or Hives
• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain
• Swelling of throat, tongue, face, lips, or other body parts
• In severe cases, anaphylaxis