Price:
Rs. 1,100.00
Sample Type: SERUM SPL
Fasting Not Required
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
1. What is the Allergy Egg White (By Phadia) test?
It is a blood test that measures specific IgE antibodies to check whether a person is allergic to egg white proteins.
2. Why is this test recommended?
It is recommended when allergy symptoms appear after eating eggs or foods containing egg like cakes, pastries, mayonnaise, or bakery products.
3. What symptoms suggest egg white allergy?
Symptoms may include skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of lips/face, stomach cramps, vomiting, diarrhoea, coughing, or breathing difficulty.
4. Who should take this test?
It is advised for children or adults with suspected egg allergy, frequent food reactions, or unexplained skin and digestive symptoms.
5. Is egg white allergy different from egg yolk allergy?
Yes, egg white contains most allergy-causing proteins. Some individuals may react only to egg white, while others may react to both.
6. Can egg allergy cause severe reactions?
Yes, in some cases egg allergy can cause serious reactions including wheezing or anaphylaxis, so early diagnosis is important.
7. Is fasting required for the Egg White allergy test?
No, fasting is not required for this test.
8. How is the sample collected?
It is a blood test, and BookMyTest provides FREE home sample collection by trained professionals