Allergies


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Allergy is a body's biochemical reaction to a particular allergen. This panel covers genetic risks associated with common allergens. Allergies can be managed by avoiding contact or the consumption of allergens.

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Allergies

Nasal Allergy

Allergic Rhinitis Learn More

What Precisely Is Allergic Rhinitis?
Allergic Rhinitis, often known as Hay Fever, is a symptom of allergies and other diseases. Rhinitis can be seasonal or perennial, depending on the type of allergy that produces it. Allergic rhinitis is distinguished by four key symptoms: excessive mucus in the nasal cavity, nasal itching, sneezing and nasal blockage. When exposed to an allergen, the immune system responds in two stages. Sneezing and mucus filling occur in about 30 minutes in the first stage, followed by nasal obstruction in about 4-5 hours.

Olive Pollen Allergy Learn More

Definition of Olive Pollen Allergy
Allergy is an excessive immune system response to a non-pathogenic chemical. One of the most common causes of seasonal respiratory allergies is olive pollen. When the body comes into touch with olive pollen, it produces immunoglobulin E (IgE) molecules that are unique to the olive pollen. This results in inflammatory changes in the body, most notably hives. Certain genetic differences play a significant influence in the development of olive pollen allergy.

Asthama Learn More

What Exactly Is Asthma?
Asthma is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the lungs' airways. Asthma can be caused by allergic or non-allergic factors. People who live in extremely polluted locations are more likely to get asthma. Non-allergic causes of asthma include activity, drugs, disease and other factors. These triggers force the lungs to tighten, resulting in an exceedingly small airway. Asthma is also characterised by inflammation of the smooth muscles inside the airway, which narrows it even further. Excess mucus in the airway also limits air flow via the bronchioles, making breathing harder for asthmatic patients.

Skin Allergy

Latex Allergy Learn More

What Essentially Is Latex Allergy?
Latex is a synthetic rubber that resembles natural rubber. It is used to make gloves and even clothes. Constant interaction with these products can result in the development of a latex allergy. The immune system of the body responds exaggeratedly to a non-pathogenic trigger known as an allergen in allergic disorders. Latex becomes the allergy in this case. The body creates particular molecules known as immunoglobulin E (IgE) molecules in response to the latex allergen. When exposed to the same allergen again, the inflammatory symptoms will worsen.

Irritant Contact Dermatitis Learn More

Description of Irritant Contact Dermatitis
Irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) is a kind of non-allergic contact dermatitis. It occurs when the skin is exposed to irritants, which destroy the skin's outer protective layer. The irritants cause inflammatory changes by releasing mediators from the cells. Solvents, shampoo, detergents, bleach, airborne pollutants such as sawdust or wool dust, plants, fertilisers and pesticides are examples of common irritants. The severity of dermatitis can range from mild to severe depending on the duration and intensity of the irritating exposure.

Food Allergy

Peanut Allergy Learn More

What Exactly Is Peanut Allergy?
A common food allergy is peanut allergy. It is distinguished by a hypersensitivity reaction to peanut proteins, which results in an immune system overreaction and severe medical symptoms. Peanut allergy can cause a potentially fatal anaphylactic reaction, even if only a little amount of the allergen is consumed.

Hens Egg Allergy Learn More

What Causes Hen's Egg Allergy?
One of the most frequent food allergies is hen's egg allergy. The immune system of the organism overreacts to a specific protein found in the egg. When antibodies recognise these proteins, they transmit a signal to the immune system, causing it to release histamines and other substances that cause inflammation in the body. Certain genetic variants are involved in the development of Hen's egg allergy.

Description of Test

A food allergy is an immune system reaction that can affect organs throughout the body. It can cause dangerous health conditions. Food sensitivity is usually much less serious. If you have food sensitivity, your body can't properly digest a certain food, or food bothers your digestive system. Symptoms of food sensitivity are mostly limited to digestive problems such as abdominal pain, nausea, gas and diarrhoea. Allergies are not limited to just food, air pollution, pollen sensitivity, skin sensitivity and irritation to name a few.

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