Chicken Allergy Blood Test
The chicken allergy blood test checks for an allergic reaction to chicken by determining the level of IgE antibodies in the blood.
Description
Chicken is a popular high-protein food that many people have in their diet. Allergies to chicken aren’t common, and it could be mistaken for other ailments. Some symptoms could include:
• Coughing or wheezing
• Sneezing
• Runny nose
• Watery, itching, or swollen eyes
• Sore throat
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Stomach cramps
• In severe cases, anaphylaxis
You could also be at risk for having an allergic reaction to chicken if you are allergic to:
• Shrimp
• Fish
• Duck
• Goose
• Tukey
• Pheasants
• Partridges
It is also possible to have a sensitivity to chicken feathers and their dust and live chicken fecal matter if you have an allergy to chicken.
A positive allergy test result should be discussed with your physician.