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Allergen,Individual-FoodBeefCow meat (Bos spp.)
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Overview
A beef allergy test, typically performed tp measure your immune system's reaction to proteins found in beef (Bos spp.) This test helps diagnose a beef allergy, which can cause symptoms like hives, nausea, or trouble breathing. By identifying an allergy, you can avoid beef and prevent potentially serious reactions.
An allergy to meat can develop at any time in life. Most beef allergies develop later in life. An Alpha-Gal allergy is the most common cause of allergic reactions to most meats. Galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (also known as alpha-gal) is a carbohydrate found in beef.
If an individual is allergic to red meat, there is also potential for allergies to cow dander, milk and bacterial vaccines containing bovine serum albumin.
Written by: Supriya Kulkarni, Lead-Content & Training
Reviewed by : Dr. Alap Christry M.D. AVP-Lab Operations & Scientific Business Head-Clinical Chemistry
Allergen,Individual-FoodBeefCow meat (Bos spp.) Price
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The Allergen,Individual-FoodBeefCow meat (Bos spp.) Price in Chennai is ₹ 1,470 .
We are committed to deliver accurate and quality results from the best labs in India with complete transparency regarding test cost and turnaround time. No matter where you are, we strive to offer patients high-quality service that is affordable and accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Establishing a diagnosis of an allergy to Beef/ Cow meat
- Identifying allergens responsible for allergic disease and/or anaphylactic episode
- To confirm sensitization prior to beginning immunotherapy
Common signs or symptoms of Beef/ Cow meat allergy may include the following:
- Hives or skin rashes
- Itching/swelling (especially of the lips/face/tongue/throat)
- Severe dizziness
- Trouble breathing
- Fast heartbeat
- Digestive symptoms – cramps, stomach pain, bloating, nausea or vomiting
A severe, possibly life-threatening allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis may occur in some cases. An anaphylactic response requires immediate medical attention. Signs or symptoms of anaphylaxis may include:
- Rapid or increased pulse
- Swollen throat or lump, making it difficult to breathe
- Low blood pressure
Extreme dizziness or loss of consciousness
Specific IgE measures the concentration of circulating allergen specific IgE for food allergen Beef/ Cow meat.
This test requires a blood sample. 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.
Both: Negative: < 0.1 KAU/L
Both: Positive: => 0.1 KAU/L
Detection of IgE antibodies indicates an increased likelihood of allergy to Beef/ Cow meat that may be responsible for eliciting signs and symptoms. A negative result indicates that the symptoms are not due to Beef/ Cow meat allergies and other differential diagnoses must be considered.
Associated Tests:
Allergy - Adult (Comprehensive) Panel
Allergy Screening
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