Order a Rye Allergy IgE Blood Test to detect an allergy to rye. This test measures the amount of allergen-specific antibodies in a blood sample.Rye is one of the most unusual and hardy cereals available. Rye is widely used in bread-making, alcohol fermentation, paper production, the timber industry, as well as fuel and livestock feed. Rye allergens have a lot of cross-reactivity with other cereal grains, including wheat and barley, but only a little with oat and potato extracts.
Common rye allergy symptoms could include:
- hives
- itching
- swelling of the tongue, lips, or throat
- rash
- diarrhea, nausea, or vomiting
- in severe cases, anaphylaxis
Test Code(s):
602522, 2805
Preparation:No special preparation required.
Test Results:
3-5 days. May take longer based on weather, holiday or lab delays.
