Allergy Eczema Mini Panel in Balanagar Township, Hyderabad

Allergies are reactions that occur when your body is very sensitive to certain substances. These substances, known as allergens, can cause a skin condition called eczema. In this condition, the skin becomes prone to red, itchy, and inflamed patches in this disorder.

Allergy testing for eczema available at Apollo 24|7 is a comprehensive medical examination to detect this hypersensitivity. In this test, the medical practitioner takes a sample of your blood to identify the presence of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. These antibodies fight harmful substances in your body. In case of active allergies, the IgE levels in your blood are high. Hence, allergy blood test becomes crucial to determine their quantity.  
The Allergy Eczema Panel consist of tests that check for potential allergies against three food items:

• Milk
• Peanut
• Soya bean

This allergy blood testing measures the amount of IgE antibodies that your body creates against these allergens. The mini panel testing evaluates the antibody production against each substance separately.

This allergy testing for eczema detection is similar to regular blood tests. In this medical evaluation, the professional takes a blood sample from your arm, so you must provide a blood sample through a needle during this process.

But there is no risk associated with this testing. Additionally, the Allergy Eczema Mini Panel results are pretty straightforward to understand. If the IgE levels are high, you are allergic to the particular substance. 

After an in-depth evaluation of this allergy blood check-up, your doctor will consider the symptoms of eczema. In the symptoms, the health professional will mainly determine the severity of eczema. 

Here are common signs that indicate your body is highly allergic to the potential allergens:

• Itchy skin
• Small raised bumps
• Brownish to red patches
• Blisters
• Skin infections

Based on these symptoms, your doctor will formulate an effective treatment plan. In short, the IgE levels in the Allergy Eczema Mini Panel test and observed symptoms play a crucial role in defining the treatment.

Your doctor can recommend allergy testing for eczema if you have a family history or notice prominent symptoms. Overall, the Allergy Eczema Panel test can also prove vital to determine the effectiveness of ongoing treatment. In such cases, low IgE antibody levels can signify good results of eczema treatment. However, before undergoing this blood test, inform the professional about any current medications. 

The allergy blood test results can vary depending on age, medical history, and sensitivity toward allergens. 

Medically reviewed by Dr. Saibal Moitra, Allergist and clinical immunologist from Apollo Multispeciality Hospitals, Kolkata.