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Allergy test cat

295 kr

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Cat dander allergy test

Allergy test cat

295 kr

Allergy test for cats.
Measuring levels of IgE antibodies to cat dander.
The test shows if you are allergic to cat dander.

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.

Information

Allergens from animals are some of the most common allergens that cause allergic reactions. The reason for the reaction is that allergen is secreted from the animal's skin cells, saliva, urine and the sebaceous glands, which cause the body's immune system to react.

Health Markers

Cat dander is small skin flakes from the cat's fur that contain the allergen Fel d 1, which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive people, but in itself is not dangerous.

It is important that you follow the specific instructions regarding fasting, time of sampling and any medications before you leave your sample. If there are specific indications for your test, you will find them above in the yellow information box. If you follow the steps below, you will be well prepared regardless of which test your sampling is for:

Fasting for 10 hours before sampling.
Leave the test before 10:00 in the morning.
Rest for 15 minutes in place on the sampling unit.
Bring valid identification.

The referral is available digitally at the sampling unit. Here you can read our guidelines for leaving samples.

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How it works

The sampling is carried out by experienced healthcare personnel at the reception you have chosen. Your samples are sent to an accredited laboratory for analysis. When the analysis is completed, the test results are reported digitally in the "My journal" service. You will receive an e-mail when the first test answer has been received.

1. Order health tests

Order a health check or optional health tests and pay at checkout.

2. Sampling

Leave your test at the selected sampling unit, bring a valid ID.

3. Analysis & test result

Samples are analyzed, test results are displayed digitally within 2-5 working days.

Why Testmottagningen.se?

With us you always get:

Qualitative analysis

To offer you the highest possible quality and service we collaborate with accredited laboratories and trained healthcare personnel.

Lowest possible price

Our vision is that as many people as possible should have the opportunity to improve their health. That's why we always strive to keep prices low.

Your needs – your choice

With us, you can always choose freely among all our health markers and design your own personal health check based on your needs.

Quick test results – reviewed by doctors

Within 2-5 working days you will receive your test results, these are reviewed and assessed by a doctor. In the event of significantly deviating test answers, you will be called. You can also make an appointment with a doctor for a personal review.

Sampling units near you

For your peace of mind, we collaborate with one of Sweden's leading laboratories, here you will find sampling units near you.

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Questions and answers

Put the health tests or health checks you want to buy in the shopping cart then go to checkout and choose the payment option that suits you. After completed payment you will receive an order confirmation and your referral will be sent electronically to the sampling unit you have chosen and will be ready for your visit.

We collaborate with one of Swedens largest laboratories, Unilabs, so that you as a customer will receive the highest possible quality. This is where you go for sampling performed by their experienced staff. The analysis is performed by authorized personnel at Unilabs.

To create your own referral select the specific markers you want to test for in the shopping cart. When you complete your purchase, a separate referral is created based on your choices.

It usually takes 2-5 working days to get your test results, these are sent to you continuously as the analysis is done. The doctors comment will appear in the final report when all test results have been received.

No, blood tests do not replace contact with the healthcare system, which together with medical history, clinical examinations and possible blood tests can make a diagnosis.