## **Allergy 19: A Comprehensive Guide for Patients**
### **Introduction**
The Allergy 19 test is a valuable tool for diagnosing allergies. It identifies specific allergens that trigger your body’s allergic reactions.
### **Test Overview**
The test measures IgG antibodies in your blood, which are produced when your immune system reacts to an allergen.
**Name:** Allergy 19, Allergy Panel 19, Comprehensive Allergy Test, Food Allergy Panel 19
**Measures:** IgG antibodies to common allergens
### **Conditions Detected**
* **Food allergies:** Itching, hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea
* **Environmental allergies:** Sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, congestion, wheezing, difficulty breathing
### **Preparation**
Fast for 12 hours before the test.
### **Procedure**
A small blood sample is drawn from your arm.
### **Duration**
The test takes minutes to complete.
### **Results Timeline**
Results usually arrive within a few days.
### **Additional Tests**
* Skin prick test
* Food challenge
### **Conclusion**
The Allergy 19 test helps diagnose food and environmental allergies, allowing you to avoid allergens and manage symptoms. Consult your doctor for more information.
