Allergy - Gastrointestinal Tract (GIT) Panel (Veg + Non Veg)

The Allergy-GIT Panel (Veg + Non Veg) is done to identify the specific foods that are causing allergic reactions in your digestive system. Here are the key reasons why someone might undergo this test:

• Identify Food Allergies: This test helps pinpoint exactly which foods, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian, are triggering your allergies. This is crucial for proper diagnosis and management of food allergies.
• Understand Digestive Issues: Food allergies can sometimes manifest as digestive problems like diarrhea, vomiting, or abdominal cramps. This test can help differentiate these symptoms from other digestive issues, allowing for more targeted treatment.
• Improved Food Management: Knowing exactly which foods you're allergic to allows you and your doctor to develop a safe and personalized food plan. This can significantly improve your quality of life by reducing the risk of allergic reactions.
• Differential Diagnosis: Sometimes, symptoms that seem like allergies can be caused by food intolerances or other digestive conditions. This test can help rule out these possibilities and guide further investigations if needed.

It measures the IgE-mediated response to 43 different vegetarian and non-vegetarian food items including Egg White, Wheat, Peanut, Soyabean, Cow Milk, Cod Fish, Shrimp, Blue Mussel, Salmon, Tuna, Almond, Coconut, Cashew Nut, Tomato, Yeast, Garlic, Onion, Celery, Pork, Egg Yolk, Chicken Meat, Banana, Pineapple, Apple, Gluten, Spinach, cabbage, Caprica, Potato, Lentil, Rice, Corn, Chickpea, Casein, Brinjal, Lemon, Olive, Beef, Plaice, Brazilnut, Hazelnut, Pear, and Peach.

Total IgE levels are also measured. 

This test requires a blood sample post exposure to the allergens. A tourniquet (elastic) band is placed tightly on the upper arm. The patient is then asked to make a fist. This helps in the build-up of blood filling the veins. The skin is disinfected before needle insertion and the blood sample is collected in vacutainer. 

Positive result to an allergen indicates that the person is allergic to it. Increased IgE levels further confirms that. The further treatment course is decided based on the results. Based on the symptom, age, environmental allergens, and region wise allergens further testing may be required for specific diagnosis. 
Negative result may require other tests for differential diagnosis.

No test planning is necessary. A sample of venous blood is used.

• Food Allergy Gastrointestinal Panel
• Food Allergy Vegetarian Non-vegetarian Panel

If you experience food allergy symptoms soon after eating, consult your doctor or an allergist. If at all possible, visit your doctor as soon as the allergic response starts. This will aid in the diagnosis that your doctor makes.

Because it is a food allergy, digestive symptoms are the most common symptoms. Other respiratory and skin symptoms include rashes, itching, runny nose, sneezing, shortness of breath.

Anaphylactic shock may also result from some severe cases. Get tested if you have any anaphylactic signs or symptoms, including but not limited to:

• Airway narrowing that makes breathing challenging
• Shock accompanied by a sharp decrease in blood pressure
• Fast heartbeat
• Unsteadiness or giddiness

The following tests may be ordered to accurately identify the source of the allergy:

1. Food Intolerance Test Profile