Allergy panel - Eczema Comprehensive Veg + non Veg in Chandigarh

An allergy is a hypersensitivity disorder of the immune system that causes undesirable reactions to certain substances like food, dust, pollen, drugs or even animal dander. These reactions normally do not occur in others. The substance causing the reaction is an allergen. Immunoglobin E is an antibody that the body produces in case of an allergic reaction. Total IgE test is a blood test used to measure the complete IgE levels in the blood, but it does not indicate what is the specific allergen causing the reaction. Eczema or atopic dermatitis is a skin condition that may lead to redness, dryness, itching and lesions on the skin. There may be various trigger factors that may aggravate the condition. Allergy-Eczema Comprehensive Veg + Non-Veg is a screening panel that tests the body's reaction to 36 different food sources commonly consumed by vegetarians using the ImmunoCap technique. Based on the results the source of allergy/allergies is determined and the course of treatment is decided accordingly. Along with this the allergen specific IgE levels are also checked. 

Allergies are a condition wherein the immune system reacts strongly against an agent. An allergen is a substance that causes this reaction, and there are several types of allergies. Some people can be allergic to pollen, which is a type of dust that comes from flowers, while others may be allergic to certain foods. People may also be allergic to pet dander (a type of dust that is present in animal hair). Apart from this, bee sting allergies are common. Some people may even be allergic to certain medicines; this tends to happen with medications taken by pregnant women or people who are taking certain antibiotics frequently. Immunoglobin E (or IgE) helps fight off allergens by producing antibodies.

Why is the allergy panel - eczema comprehensive veg + non-veg test done?

• An eczema allergy test is used to identify skin conditions and determine the cause of the allergy.
• Eczema is often caused by a genetic trait. It can occur anywhere on the body, but certain areas are more prone to it, like the elbows, knees, neck and back.
• This test is different from the one performed for the diagnosis of urticaria or skin allergies due to other factors.
• People with eczema may experience a range of symptoms, including the following:
  • Redness
  • Dryness
  • Itching
  • Skin lesions
• Further testing may be recommended based on the specific symptoms.
• Some of the triggers that can worsen the condition are unknown, but common triggers include plants, animal dander and food allergens.
• Symptoms that resemble those typically seen with an eczema allergy may call for testing for the condition.

Written by: Dr.Shibani R, Medical Writer, Medical Affairs