Allergy - Vegetable Panel

• To identify and diagnose allergies to common vegetables.
• To determine the specific vegetables causing allergic reactions.
• To guide treatment decisions based on allergy test results.
• To improve management of symptoms related to vegetable allergies.
• To enhance overall quality of life by addressing vegetable allergy issues.
• To prevent potential allergic reactions and their associated complications.
• To provide patients with personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific vegetable allergies.
• To promote proactive management and avoidance strategies for individuals with known vegetable allergies.

The Allergy - Vegetable Panel Test measures the body's immune response to 8 specific vegetables by detecting allergen-specific IgE antibodies in the blood.

• Tomato (Lycopersicon Lycopresicum / Tamatar)
• Yeast (Saccharomyces Cerevisiae / Bakers Yeast)
• Garlic (Allium Sativum / Lehsoon)
• Onion (Allium Cepa / Piaz)
• Celery (Apium Graveolens)
• Spinach (Spinachia Oleracea / Palak)
• Cabbage (Brassica Oleraceavar.Capitata / Gobi)
• Paprika (Capsicum Annuum / Simla Mirchi / Bell Pepper)

Vegetable allergy 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 allergen-specific IgE levels further confirms that. Very often the test may be positive for more than one allergen as well. 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. 

Positive allergy test results should be discussed with a doctor to determine the next steps. 

This test does not necessitate fasting, and the blood test requires no prior preparation. Before the allergy test, the caregiver will ask questions to learn about your lifestyle, family history, and other factors. They may sometimes recommend not taking certain medications before an allergy-vegetable panel test since they can impact the test results.

Type 1 allergies, mediated by IgE, are frequently 'immediate' and are, by far, the most prevalent source of worry, with a modest risk of anaphylaxis in some cases.

Allergy symptoms can include rash, hives, itching, coughing, wheezing, throat tightening, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dizziness and lightheadedness. Severe cases may result in anaphylaxis, which can be fatal.

Being allergic to one or more vegetables necessitates keeping an eye on what is being consumed when it comes to products containing vegetables, such as dressings, soups, sauces, beverages and seasonings. They may also need to be avoided if they contain the trigger vegetable(s).

• Vegetable Allergies
• Food Allergies

This test is prescribed or recommended in case allergic symptoms show after eating one or more vegetables.

Allergy is the immune system's reaction to a harmless foreign substance, such as food, pollen, hairy animals, dust or medicines. Allergy panel, vegetables panel 1 includes testing against certain vegetables to identify those that are allergens. These tests assess the number of antibodies (the amount of IgE) produced by your body against food materials or vegetables like tomato, yeast, garlic, onion and celery.