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Alaska Common Allergies Test: 16 Allergies in Arkansas
This page explains the alaska common allergies test: 16 allergies, what it measures, and how to order it. The Alaska Common Allergies Test checks for 16 allergens frequently encountered in Alaska. It uses a blood sample to measure specific IgE antibodies.
Lab requirements in Arkansas
Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Alaska Common Allergies Test: 16 Allergies in AR. 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
- Fasting is required for this test — follow the collection lab's instructions.
- Preparation
- No special preparation is typically required for this blood test, but you should follow the specific instructions provided by the collection laboratory. This may include avoiding certain…
- 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
This test is a regional allergy panel that looks at 16 common allergens relevant to Alaska. It measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in the blood to help identify sensitivities to substances such as pollens, molds, and animal danders. The panel is designed to reflect allergens that are prevalent in that geographic area.
What it measures
- Specific IgE for birch pollen — reflects sensitivity to birch tree pollen
- Specific IgE for alder pollen — reflects sensitivity to alder tree pollen
- Specific IgE for mugwort pollen — reflects sensitivity to mugwort weed pollen
- Specific IgE for timothy grass pollen — reflects sensitivity to timothy grass pollen
- Specific IgE for cat dander — reflects sensitivity to cat allergens
- Specific IgE for dog dander — reflects sensitivity to dog allergens
- Specific IgE for house dust mite — reflects sensitivity to dust mite allergens
- Specific IgE for mold mix — reflects sensitivity to common mold spores
What the test involves
A healthcare professional collects a small blood sample, usually from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
Why it is often ordered
A clinician may order this test to help evaluate allergy-like symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, or itchy eyes. It can provide information about which specific allergens might be contributing to a person's symptoms.
Preparation
No special preparation is typically required for this blood test, but you should follow the specific instructions provided by the collection laboratory. This may include avoiding certain medications or fasting, depending on the lab's protocol.
How results are reported
Results are reported as a numerical level for each allergen tested, often alongside a qualitative interpretation such as negative, low, moderate, or high. Reference ranges and interpretation criteria can vary between laboratories, so your results should be discussed with your healthcare provider.
Before you go
- Whether any medications you take could affect the test results
- If there are any specific fasting or timing requirements for the blood draw
- How and when you will receive your test results
Cities
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