Allergy & Autoimmune
Alpha-Gal Syndrome Test
A blood test designed to evaluate IgE antibodies associated with alpha-gal syndrome, sometimes called red meat allergy.
What is included?
About this test
A blood test designed to evaluate IgE antibodies associated with alpha-gal syndrome, sometimes called red meat allergy.
Alpha-gal syndrome can be associated with delayed allergic reactions after eating mammalian meat or exposure to mammalian-derived products. This test may be useful for patients with reactions such as hives, swelling, itching, gastrointestinal symptoms, or allergic-type symptoms occurring several hours after eating beef, pork, lamb, venison, or other mammalian meats.
Best for: suspected alpha-gal syndrome, delayed reactions after red meat, tick exposure history with new meat reactions, or patients wanting targeted alpha-gal IgE testing.
Important: Alpha-gal testing should be interpreted in clinical context. If you have severe allergic reactions, trouble breathing, throat swelling, or anaphylaxis symptoms, seek emergency care.
Collection and results
Collection is currently through participating Labcorp locations only. Wait for your requisition and collection instructions before visiting. Results are delivered through an approved communication method; timing depends on the tests ordered. Contact Rios Click Labs if you need help with result access.
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How it works
- Add this test or panel to your cart and complete checkout online.
- Rios Click Labs / Rios Healthcare reviews and processes your order.
- You receive collection instructions before visiting a participating Labcorp location. Collection is currently through Labcorp only.
- Your results are returned through an approved communication method.
Lab testing does not replace emergency care, diagnosis, treatment, or ongoing medical management. If you have urgent symptoms or a medical emergency, seek prompt medical care.