Allergy Test - Meat
Easily test for allergies to beef, pork, chicken, and lamb with our at-home blood test. Professional lab analysis with digital results in 15 days.
Product details: GBP 29 — OutOfStock — SKU EK — GetTested
About this test
Key Benefits
Checks Common Meats: Measures IgE response to a combined marker including pork, beef, chicken and lamb.
Relevant for Unclear Food Reactions: May be useful when symptoms appear after eating meat but the trigger is hard to identify.
At Home DBS Sample: Collect a finger prick dried blood spot sample at home.
Digital Results in 10 to 15 Business Days: Access your laboratory results online.
Possible Symptoms of Meat Allergy
Meat allergy may be associated with symptoms such as stomach pain, cramps, diarrhoea, skin rash, swelling in the mouth or throat or breathing related discomfort.
Symptoms can vary between individuals and may depend on the type of meat, amount eaten and other factors such as alcohol, medication or physical activity around the time of eating.
How It Works
1. Order Your Kit
Purchase your test online.
2. Collect Your Sample
Collect a finger prick dried blood spot sample at home using the included test kit.
3. Send It Back
Mail your sample to the laboratory using the included return materials.
4. Receive Your Results
Access your digital laboratory results online in 10 to 15 business days.
DBS Blood Sample Collection
The sample is collected using a finger prick dried blood spot sample at home. A few drops of blood are placed onto the collection card according to the included instructions and sent to the laboratory for analysis.
ISO Certified Lab and Analysis
Your sample is analysed in an ISO certified laboratory to measure IgE antibody response to a combined meat marker, including pork, beef, chicken and lamb.
Biomarkers included
- Meat (pork, beef, chicken, lamb): Meat allergy is a condition in which the immune system mistakenly targets certain proteins in meat as harmful. This triggers an allergic reaction that can range from mild to severe. Unlike food intolerances that mainly affect digestion, meat allergies may cause symptoms affecting the skin, respiratory system, and overall health.
How to prepare
The sample should be collected in the morning on an empty stomach. **2 to 4 weeks before testing** Eat or be exposed to the foods you want to test, if possible. **24 hours before testing** Avoid **alcohol, caffeine, intense exercise and smoking.** Follow the included instructions carefully before collecting your sample.
Frequently asked questions
How quickly do meat allergy symptoms appear?
Symptoms of a meat allergy often appear with a delay, sometimes taking several hours after eating before they manifest. In some cases, the reaction may only be triggered when meat consumption is combined with secondary factors like alcohol or certain medications.
Do I need to fast before taking the Meat Allergy Test?
No special fasting is required for the capillary blood sample. However, it is recommended to take the test when you are experiencing regular symptoms or have recently consumed the foods in question to ensure IgE levels are detectable, though antibodies usually remain in the blood for some time.
Is this the same as a food intolerance test?
No. This test measures IgE, which is linked to allergy type reactions. Food intolerance tests usually measure IgG or IgG4 responses.
Customer reviews
4.8/5 (5)
- 5/5 — Fast delivery!
- 5/5 — The results confirmed my suspicions about meat. I finally have some clarity on my digestive issues.
- 5/5 — Professional service.
- 5/5 — The instructions were easy to follow and the finger-prick wasn't bad at all.
- 4/5 — Good kit, but it took the full 15 days to get my results back. Very helpful information though.