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Year-Round Allergies Test: 13 Allergies in California
Year-Round Allergies Test: 13 Allergies is a laboratory test you can request directly. This blood test checks for allergic sensitization to 13 common allergens that can cause symptoms throughout the year, such as pet dander, dust mites, and mold.
Lab requirements in California
Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Year-Round Allergies Test: 13 Allergies in CA. 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 any instructions provided by the collection lab. This may include avoiding certain medications or…
- 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 Year-Round Allergies Test is a panel that measures specific IgE antibodies in your blood. It focuses on 13 perennial allergens, which are substances present indoors or in the environment all year long. This test helps identify sensitivities that may contribute to ongoing allergy symptoms.
What it measures
- Cat dander-specific IgE — reflects sensitization to cat allergens
- Dog dander-specific IgE — reflects sensitization to dog allergens
- Dust mite-specific IgE — reflects sensitization to dust mite allergens
- Mold-specific IgE — reflects sensitization to common mold spores
- Cockroach-specific IgE — reflects sensitization to cockroach allergens
- Total IgE — reflects overall allergic antibody level
What the test involves
A healthcare professional collects a small sample of blood, 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 when you have persistent allergy-like symptoms, such as sneezing, runny nose, or itchy eyes, that occur year-round. It can help determine which specific allergens might be triggering your symptoms.
Preparation
No special preparation is typically required for this blood test, but you should follow any instructions provided by the collection lab. This may include avoiding certain medications or fasting, depending on the lab's protocol.
How results are reported
Results are reported as a level of specific IgE for each allergen, 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 symptoms.
Before you go
- Whether any medications should be avoided before the test
- If fasting is required
- The expected turnaround time for results
Cities
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