Annual flounder (f147)1547
River flounder is a small fish that spends most of its life lying or swimming on its side at the bottom of a body of water. It has large eyes and a mouth with sharp teeth. The test determines sensitization to allergens of this fish, which is important for diagnosing allergic reactions.
Fish, including river flounder, is a common source of food allergy and atopic dermatitis. Sensitization to fish allergens can cause immediate allergic reactions such as oral allergy syndrome, generalized urticaria, angioedema, and anaphylaxis. Fish allergens are heat-resistant, so reactions can occur to both raw and cooked products. Some patients may react to airborne allergens released during fish preparation.
- Diagnosis of allergic reactions to fish.
- Assessment of sensitization level and risk of allergy development.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of allergy therapy.
- Evaluation of sensitization level after allergen avoidance.
- Assessment of immune system status.
FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay), ImmunoCAP (Solid-phase Immunofluorescence) – quantitative determination of sensitization level.
Please note that the research method and reference values may vary depending on the equipment and test systems used.
- Blood should be drawn in the morning on an empty stomach or 4 hours after eating.
- Drinking plain still water is allowed.
- Do not smoke for 30 minutes before the test.
- For children under 1 year – do not feed 30-40 minutes before the test; for children 1-5 years – 2-3 hours fasting.