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Lettuce is commonly used in many food preparations, mainly sandwiches, soups, and salads. The plant's sap consists of lactucarium, an essential ingredient used in many traditional medicines. However, lettuce is also responsible for causing allergies.

There is a liquid transfer protein within lettuce, which is the primary cause of health complications. Consuming foods consisting of lettuce may lead to allergies. Hence, you might need to get a Lettuce Allergy test.

Some people might suffer from immediate lettuce allergy or experience delayed symptoms or allergic reactions. This is called delayed hypersensitivity and is caused due to the immune system.

Lettuce allergy involves multiple symptoms and conditions, such as:

  • Digestive problems 
  • Sneezing 
  • Breathing problems 
  • Eczema 
  • Hives 
  • Swollen and itchy lips, throat, and tongue 
  • Coughing

If the lettuce allergy symptoms worsen, one might suffer from anaphylactic shock. This can decrease blood pressure rapidly and can prove to be fatal. Therefore, you must consult a physician whenever you experience allergic reactions.

Many gardeners and greenhouse workers who consume lettuce regularly may suffer from lettuce allergy symptoms. A proper examination is required to identify the allergen in this plant and prepare the patient for treatment. The best allergy examination, in this case, is the Lettuce Allergy Test, which can help the doctor identify the root cause of the lettuce allergy symptoms. The test requires a blood sample.

When the immune system encounters allergens present in lettuce, it might consider the allergen as a toxic or foreign substance. Then, the immune system starts producing IgE antibodies as a method to fight against the allergens in lettuce.

Doctors conduct the Lettuce Allergy Test to analyse the IgE antibody levels in the blood sample. After the production of IgE antibodies, the immune system also produces histamine and other chemicals. All this results in the lettuce allergy symptoms, which the doctor analyses through this test.

Even though there are no special preparation tips for the test, your doctor might ask you to wear half sleeve clothing. It will help them collect the blood sample conveniently from your veins. In addition, you might have to talk to the doctor about your current prescribed medications. It ensures that no drugs affect the test results or cause any health issues.

The Lettuce Allergy Test can also help doctors identify other allergies related to the lettuce allergy. It can help them prepare a proper treatment plan to prevent the worsening of symptoms.

Apollo 24|7 offers a comprehensive Lettuce Allergy Test to detect lettuce allergy in patients. 

Medically reviewed by Dr Jatin Ahuja, Infectious Diseases, Apollo Hospitals Indraprastha, South Delhi.

faqFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

When should I go for the test?

You must go for the Lettuce Allergy Test when experiencing severe allergic symptoms. It can include extreme breathing difficulties, digestive problems and vomiting.

Is the Lettuce Allergy Test painful?

You might experience a little pain or discomfort during the test. It may happen when the doctor collects the blood sample by injecting a syringe. However, the pain subsides within a few days.

What do the test results mean?

If the allergy test results are positive, the IgE antibody levels in your blood sample suggest an allergy. The doctor might also detect other chemicals released by your immune system. Moreover, the test enables the doctor to provide you with further instructions.

How to understand if I have delayed hypersensitivity?

If you have delayed hypersensitivity to lettuce, the allergy symptoms will appear a little late. Usually, the delayed lettuce allergy symptoms or reactions might appear 3 hours to 3 weeks after your immune system is exposed to the allergen. This delayed response to the allergen is sometimes difficult to identify for doctors. However, the Lettuce Allergy Test might help.

How to prevent lettuce allergy?

The most straightforward strategy to prevent lettuce allergy is to remove it from your diet. Avoid consuming sandwiches or any other snacks containing lettuce. Furthermore, if you consume any organic substances, ensure that they do not have lettuce extracts. You can also consult your doctor to receive more lettuce allergy prevention tips.

What is the expected time to receive the Lettuce Allergy Test results?

You might get the Lettuce Allergy Test results within seven days. It depends on the labs from where you get tested. However, if the doctor recommends other tests, the allergy test procedure might extend.

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The information mentioned above is meant for educational purposes only and should not be taken as a substitute to your Physician’s advice. It is highly recommended that the customer consults with a qualified healthcare professional to interpret test results