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Betula verrucosa Ab.IgE
Detects immune antibodies (IgE) that indicate silver birch pollen allergy.
Why This Biomarker Matters
Birch pollen allergies cause seasonal symptoms like sneezing, congestion, and asthma flares. Confirmation helps time preventive treatments and identify related food allergies.
Overview
This test detects IgE antibodies against silver birch pollen allergens. Birch pollen is a common environmental allergen, especially in spring, and can trigger allergic rhinitis (hay fever), asthma, or oral allergy syndrome. A positive result suggests you're allergic to birch pollen and may also react to cross-reactive foods like apples, hazelnuts, or carrots. This test helps confirm seasonal allergies and guide symptom management strategies during high pollen seasons.
Technical Information (LOINC Codes)
Standardized laboratory codes for this biomarker
15283-5Primary102182-3Available Lab Tests
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