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Black Mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) Allergy Test in Alabama
This page explains the black mold (stachybotrys chartarum) allergy test, what it measures, and how to order it. This blood test checks for an allergic antibody to Stachybotrys chartarum, a mold often found in water-damaged buildings. It can help assess whether your immune system reacts to this mold.
Lab requirements in Alabama
Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Black Mold (Stachybotrys chartarum) Allergy Test in AL. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.
- Physician's order
- Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
- Fasting
- Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
- Preparation
- No special preparation is usually required for this test, but follow any instructions provided by the collection laboratory. They may have specific guidelines about medications or timing.
- Sample & visit
- A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Identification
- Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
- Turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Availability
- Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.
Before you go
- Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
- Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
- No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
- A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
- Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
- Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.
Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.
What this test is
The Black Mold Allergy Test measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies specific to Stachybotrys chartarum, also known as Stachybotrys atra. IgE antibodies are produced by the immune system in response to allergens, and their presence can indicate a sensitivity to this mold.
What it measures
- Stachybotrys chartarum specific IgE — Reflects the level of allergic antibodies to this mold in the blood
What the test involves
A healthcare professional collects a small sample of blood, typically from a vein in your arm, using a standard blood draw. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
Why it is often ordered
A clinician may order this test when a person has symptoms such as sneezing, coughing, or wheezing that could be related to mold exposure, especially in a water-damaged environment. It is used along with other information to help evaluate possible mold allergy.
Preparation
No special preparation is usually required for this test, but follow any instructions provided by the collection laboratory. They may have specific guidelines about medications or timing.
How results are reported
Results are reported as a level of specific IgE antibodies, often categorized as negative, low, moderate, or high. Reference ranges can vary between laboratories, so your results should be interpreted in the context of the lab's own ranges and your overall health.
Before you go
- Whether any medications you take could affect the test results
- If there are specific instructions for the blood draw
- How and when you will receive your results
Cities
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