Allergy - Gastrointestinal (GIT) Panel

Allergy - GIT Panel is done in suspected allergies due to certain food items for determining the exact food source causing it (allergen).  

Allergy - GIT Panel measures the IgE-mediated response to 32 different food items including Wheat, Peanut, Soyabean, Cow Milk, Almond, Coconut, Cashew Nut, Tomato, Yeast, Garlic, Onion, Celery, Banana, Pineapple, Apple, Gluten, Spinach, cabbage, Caprica, Potato, Lentil, Rice, Corn, Chickpea, Casien, Brinjal, Lemon, Olive, Brazil nut, Hazelnut, Pear, and Peach.

Total IgE levels are also measured. 

Allergy test panel requires a blood sample post exposure to the allergic food panel. 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 a particular allergen indicates that the person is allergic to that food item. 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.
Negative result may require other tests for differential diagnosis. 

Typically, you don't have to take any special precautions before an allergy-GIT panel. However, your doctor can best guide you if you need to take precautions. In case the doctor asks you for any precautions, follow them to get accurate results.

Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is an allergic reaction that causes congestion, sore throat, sneezing and a runny nose.

Blood testing is a popular method used in conjunction with skin prick testing to pinpoint the allergens causing allergy reactions. Blood testing is precise, yet no testing technique can guarantee 100% accuracy on its own. According to studies, blood tests often correctly predict a negative result in 95% of cases.

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People who experience the following symptoms should do the test:

• Persistent coughing
• A runny nose or sneezing
• Feeling unwell
• Ache or tightness around your cheekbones, eyes, or forehead
• Swollen eyes, lips, mouth, or throat
• Abdominal pain

Anaphylaxis is a rare but severe allergic reaction that needs to be treated right away. People with the following sign and symptoms of anaphylaxis should do the allergy GIT panel test:

• Hives, itching, and flushed or pale skin
• Low blood pressure (hypotension)
• Breathing difficulties and wheezing brought on by tongue or throat swelling and airway constriction
• A fast and erratic pulse
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Swelling of the airways to the lungs
• Diarrhoea, vomiting, or nausea
• Fainting or dizziness

The Allergy - GIT Panel is a combination of tests, including the Gastrointestinal Pathogens Panel, designed to identify gastrointestinal issues that may be related to allergies or sensitivities. It detects the presence of various disease-causing microbes in a stool sample.

Yes, home sample collection is available for the Allergy - GIT Panel. You can collect your stool sample at home using the provided transport media and send it to the lab for further testing, ensuring convenience and comfort.

The Allergy - GIT Panel is a qualitative test that detects the presence or absence of pathogens rather than quantifying them. As such, there are no "normal levels" in the traditional sense for this particular panel.

The Allergy - GIT Panel is used to diagnose gastrointestinal infections caused by various bacteria, viruses, and parasites. It helps identify the specific microbe causing the infection, especially when symptoms persist or are severe.

The frequency of testing for the Allergy - GIT Panel depends on your clinical need. It is typically done when you experience symptoms of a gastrointestinal infection that do not resolve with supportive care.

You can get the Allergy - GIT Panel done at any time when symptoms are present. However, it is best to collect the stool sample during an active episode of symptoms for accurate results.

No, fasting is not required for the Allergy - GIT Panel. You can collect the stool sample as per the instructions provided by the laboratory without any special dietary preparations.

Before getting tested for the Allergy - GIT Panel, ensure that you collect the stool sample in a clean container, avoid contamination, and follow the instructions provided by the laboratory for storing and transporting the sample.

The Allergy - GIT Panel includes tests for various bacteria (e.g., Campylobacter, Salmonella), viruses (e.g., Adenovirus, Norovirus), and parasites (e.g., Cryptosporidium, Giardia lamblia) that can cause gastrointestinal infections.

The Allergy - GIT Panel should be done when you experience symptoms of a gastrointestinal infection, such as diarrhoea, abdominal pain, and fever, especially if the symptoms persist or are severe.

Collecting the stool sample for the Allergy - GIT Panel takes only a few minutes. The entire process, from collection to receiving the results, typically takes 1-3 days, depending on the laboratory.

You can usually get the reports for the Allergy - GIT Panel within 24 hours based on the day/time of sample collection and processing. The exact turnaround time may vary depending on the processing capabilities of the lab.