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What is a FOOD SCREENING PANEL?

Food Screening Panel is a blood test that checks for specific IgE antibodies against a selected group of common food allergens, such as milk, egg, wheat, peanuts, soy, fish, or shellfish. It is needed to help investigate suspected immediate food-allergic reactions, including hives, swelling, vomiting, wheezing, or unexplained symptoms. Results indicate sensitisation and must be interpreted with medical history; they do not confirm allergy alone.

Additional Information

Also known as/ Other names: Food Allergy Screening Panel, Food Allergen Panel, Food Sensitivity Panel, Food Allergy Test Panel
Parameters: 38
Recommended for: M/F/Others
Sample Type: Blood
Patient Preparation: No prior preparation is needed
Reports: Next Day

FAQs

Is the Food Screening Panel the same as a food intolerance test?

No. IgE testing evaluates possible immediate food allergy, while food intolerance may involve different mechanisms and requires a different medical evaluation.

Should I stop allergy medicines before the test?

Blood IgE testing is generally less affected by antihistamines than skin testing but inform your doctor about all medicines before testing.

What does a positive result mean?

It indicates sensitisation to a food, meaning the immune system has produced IgE antibodies against it.

Does a positive result confirm a food allergy?

No. A positive result does not always mean you will develop symptoms after eating that food. Medical history and symptoms are essential for interpretation.

What does a negative result mean?

It makes an IgE-mediated allergy to the tested food less likely, but it does not rule out every type of food reaction.

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