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- Experienced staff professionally draw your blood
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Alpha-gal syndrome (meat allergy due to tick bite)
Anti-alpha-gal; allergy following tick bite and red meat exposure.
€35.95EUR
€20.00EUR
€5.95EUR
Costs are per order
- TrustPilot 4.6/5 sterren
- No GP referral needed
- Reviewed by BIG-registered physician
- ISO 15189 Certified laboratory
- Results within 1 week
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What is Alpha-gal Syndrome?
Alpha-gal Syndrome is an allergic reaction to red meat and other products made from mammals. It is caused by a sugar molecule called Alpha-gal, which is present in ticks. When someone is bitten by a tick carrying Alpha-gal, the immune system can become hypersensitive and react allergically to food or products containing this molecule.
Why should you test for Alpha-gal Syndrome?
It is useful to perform this test if you experience unexplained allergic reactions after eating red meat or exposure to products from mammals. This can assist in diagnosing Alpha-gal Syndrome, which is essential for managing allergic reactions and adjusting the diet.
What does it indicate?
A test for Alpha-gal Syndrome detects antibodies against the Alpha-gal sugar molecule in the blood. The presence of these antibodies indicates a possible allergic reaction to red meat and other mammalian products.
What does a high Alpha-gal level mean?
A high level of Alpha-gal antibodies in the blood indicates a high sensitivity to Alpha-gal, which can result in severe allergic reactions upon exposure to red meat, gelatin, or other mammalian products.
What does a low Alpha-gal level mean?
A low level of Alpha-gal antibodies suggests a lower sensitivity to the molecule. However, this does not necessarily mean there is no risk of allergic reactions, especially if symptoms are present.
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