What is the purpose of this test?
The IgG Vegetarian (21 IgG Foods) - Serum - Genova Test Kit is designed to measure IgG food sensitivity to 21 common vegetarian foods. IgG antibodies are part of your immune system and may be linked to delayed food reactions. These types of reactions can take hours or even days to show up, making it hard to figure out which food is causing symptoms. Testing for IgG antibodies can help identify possible food triggers that may contribute to symptoms like bloating, headaches, fatigue, joint pain, or skin issues.
This food sensitivity test uses a blood sample (serum) to measure your immune system's response to each of the 21 vegetarian foods listed. It also checks your total IgE levels, which can provide extra information about possible allergic responses. With this test, you can better understand how your body reacts to certain plant-based foods and make smarter choices about what you eat to support your overall health and wellness.
The IgG Vegetarian (21 IgG Foods) - Serum - Genova Test Kit includes:
This vegetarian food allergy and sensitivity test checks your IgG reaction to the following foods and ingredients, all of which may be part of a plant-based or vegetarian diet:
- Artichoke
- Bean sprout
- Cantaloupe | Cashew | Cherry | Coconut
- Flax seed | Filbert
- Garbanzo
- Kamut
- Millet | Mung bean
- Navy bean
- Oat bran
- Parmesan cheese | Pistachio
- Safflower
- Triticale
- Watermelon | Wheat bran | Wild rice
The kit also includes testing for Total IgE, which helps identify if your immune system is having any general allergic responses. Elevated levels may suggest a tendency toward allergies.
Who should get this test?
This test may be helpful for people who:
- Follow a vegetarian or plant-based diet
- Experience chronic digestive problems like bloating, gas, or constipation
- Struggle with mystery symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog, or joint pain
- Have skin issues like eczema or acne with no clear cause
- Are trying to find out if food sensitivities are affecting their health
- Want to create a personalized elimination diet plan
- Have a family history of food sensitivities or allergies
Benefits of the IgG Vegetarian (21 IgG Foods) - Serum - Genova Test Kit:
- Tests 21 vegetarian foods: Checks IgG antibody reactions to a wide range of plant-based foods, nuts, grains, and dairy.
- Includes total IgE measurement: Evaluates overall allergic activity to provide a broader view of immune response.
- Detects delayed food sensitivities: Helps identify IgG-related reactions that may cause symptoms hours or days after eating.
- Supports elimination diets: Provides data to guide food elimination plans and improve symptom tracking.
- Promotes digestive health: Aims to reduce bloating, gas, and other gut-related discomfort by identifying trigger foods.
- Enhances energy and focus: May improve fatigue, brain fog, and mood by addressing food sensitivities.
- Backed by functional medicine: Uses advanced testing technology from Genova Diagnostics, a trusted lab.
- Easy sample collection: Requires a simple blood draw that can be done at a healthcare provider's office.
- Improves overall well-being: Helps you feel better by aligning your diet with your body's unique immune responses.
Preparation:Ship collection kits Monday through Friday only. No fasting is required. For food antibody testing, patients should ideally eat a variety of foods for 2–3 weeks before the test—unless a food causes severe reactions—to help ensure accurate antibody detection. Recent food avoidance may lead to absent antibody responses. Some medications, including steroids, immunosuppressants, NSAIDs, and others, may affect results. If possible, take medications or supplements after collection, but consult your physician before making any changes.
Test Results:
14 business days once the lab receives the specimen. May take longer based on weather, holiday, or lab delays.
