Do you suspect a cat allergy?
Cat allergy is one of the most common fur animal allergies. Symptoms such as itchy eyes, runny nose, swollen or irritated throat are common and can already appear in toddlers but can also occur later in life. Cat allergy does not usually have to be associated with the cat's fur, there are also other allergens that come from the cat's saliva, sebaceous glands and dander that accumulate in the fur and cause an allergic reaction.
Allergy test for cat dander
This allergy test measures whether you are allergic to cat dander and is based on a blood sample that is sent for analysis to identify your levels of IgE antibodies to cat dander. If the levels of IgE antibodies are high, it may indicate that you are allergic to cats, hypersensitivity to cat dander.
What is cat dander?
Cat dander refers to the small flakes of skin that cats shed from their fur. These particles can be a common cause of cat allergies and can cause allergic reactions in people who are sensitive to them. Common symptoms of cat allergy include sneezing, itching, watery eyes and difficulty breathing.
What are IgE antibodies?
IgE antibodies are a type of antibody produced by the immune system in response to exposure to an allergen, such as cat dander. If you are allergic to cat dander, the immune system will produce a higher concentration of IgE antibodies against the allergen. Analysis of the number of IgE antibodies is carried out in order to determine whether you are allergic or not.
Why should I do an allergy test for cat dander?
By doing an allergy test for cat dander, you can get an answer as to whether you are allergic to these skin flakes that cats shed. The test is based on measuring your IgE antibody levels against cat dander. It may be important to know your cat dander allergy status to avoid potential allergic reactions and to take appropriate preventative measures if you have an allergy.
