Basil (f269) IgE details
What Basil (f269) IgE shows
Basil is a culinary herb used fresh and dried in many dishes, including pesto and Italian and Southeast Asian cooking. This test measures IgE antibodies specific to basil in your blood. It is used when symptoms such as itching in the mouth, hives or swelling follow eating basil or foods seasoned with it. Basil belongs to the mint family, and a positive result may relate to sensitization to other herbs in this family. A positive result shows sensitization, meaning your immune system has made IgE to this allergen, but not necessarily an allergy, so it needs to be read against your symptoms and history.
Tests that include Basil (f269) IgE
This test measures the IgE antibody levels in response to basil by assessing the level of specific IgE antibodies in serum, helping to identify allergic reactions to those specific proteins. It's particularly useful for individuals who may be experiencing food reactivities, helping to confirm the cause of symptoms. It is intended to be used in conjunction with other clinical information to aid in the diagnosis of allergic diseases.
- Basil (f269) IgE Measures IgE antibodies to basil, a herb, used to check for allergic sensitization that may explain your symptoms.
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