Tomato (f25)0730
Tomato is one of the most popular fruits worldwide, widely used in both raw and processed forms. It contains many nutrients but can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Tomato allergy is often associated with cross-reactivity to birch pollen, grasses, other fruits, and plant allergens.
FEIA (Fluorescence Enzyme Immunoassay), ImmunoCAP (Solid-phase Immunofluorescence) – quantitative determination.
- Diagnosis of allergic reactions to tomatoes.
- Assessment of sensitization level and risk of allergy development.
- Monitoring therapy effectiveness.
- Evaluation of sensitization level after allergen avoidance.
- Assessment of immune system status.
- Blood sampling in the morning on an empty stomach or 4 hours after eating.
- Drinking plain still water is allowed.
- No smoking 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.
Tomato allergy manifests as oral allergy syndrome, urticaria, dermatitis, systemic reactions, rhinitis, abdominal pain, and anaphylaxis. There are 26 known potential allergenic components in tomatoes, including profilins, lipid transfer proteins, and β-glucanases. High cross-reactivity exists with allergens from birch pollen, grasses, bell pepper, cherry, pineapple, banana, nuts, latex, and other plant sources. Identification of allergenic components helps avoid allergen exposure and prevent allergic reactions.