Kohlrabi (f102)0506
Kohlrabi is a vegetable similar to cauliflower, leafy greens, Brussels sprouts, and broccoli. The stem and leaves of kohlrabi are edible. The test allows for the detection of sensitization to the allergen of this vegetable.
FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay, ImmunoCAP (Solid-phase Immunofluorescence)) – quantitative determination.
- Diagnosis of allergic reactions.
- Assessment of sensitization level and risk of allergy development.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of ongoing therapy.
- Evaluation of sensitization level after allergen avoidance.
- Assessment of immune system status.
- 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 – no food 30-40 minutes before the test; for children 1-5 years – 2-3 hours fasting.
There may be broad cross-reactivity among species of the Brassicaceae family, such as broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts. Studies confirm cross-reactivity between cabbage, broccoli, mustard, and turnip. Sensitization is often associated with allergies to mugwort pollen, mustard, and peach. Chitinase allergen has been identified in cabbage, which may cause cross-reactivity with other plants containing this panallergen.