Food Allergy Testing Singapore
Food Allergy in Singapore
Food allergies are common and according to statistics, can affect between 2% to 10% of the population. According to this article, the most common foods, either eaten separately or included as an ingredient that can cause reactions are milk, egg, wheat, fish, and nuts.
What Is A Food Allergy?
A food allergy is when your body’s immune system has an unusual reaction to specific foods. Although allergic reactions are often mild, some of them can also be life-threatening.
What Are Some Common Food Allergy Symptoms?
In some people, food allergies can cause a severe allergic reaction known as anaphylaxis. This can result in life-threatening signs and symptoms such as:
- Constriction and tightening of the airways
- A swollen throat or the sensation of a lump in your throat that makes it difficult to breath
- Shock with a severe drop in blood pressure
- Rapid pulse
- Dizziness, lightheadness or loss of consciousness
If you experience such symptoms, it is critical you get medical attention quickly. If untreated, anaphylaxis can cause coma or even death.
How Can I Diagnose A Food Allergy in Singapore?
You can find out exactly what foods you are allergic to by having a food allergy test done. Your doctor
will have a discussion to understand more about your symptoms and food exposure history. He or she may
also put you on an elimination diet to isolate the food that you may be allergic to.
We currently conduct Immunoglobulin-E blood tests for food allergens at our clinic. The prices are as
follows:
Prices
Item | Price* |
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Paediatric / Common Allergens Panel (15 items) 1. Anchovies (Ikan bilis) F313 2. Chicken F83 3. Cocoa F93 4. Corn F8 5. Egg White F1 6. Fish (Cod) F3 7. Gluten F79 8. Rice F9 9. Cow's Milk F2 10. Peanut F13 11. Sesame Seed F10 12. Shrimp F24 13. Soya Bean F14 14. Wheat F4 15. Yeast F45 |
$660.54 |
Seafood Panel 1 (8 items) 1. Anchovies (Ikan bilis) F313 2. Clam F207 3. Crab F23 4. Fish (cod) F3 5. Salmon F41 6. Shrimp F24 7. Squid F258 8. Tuna F40 |
$416.38 |
Seafood Panel 2 (8 items) 1. Blue Mussel F37 2. Clam F207 3. Crab F23 4. Lobster F80 5. Oyster F290 6. Scallop F338 7. Shrimp F24 8. Squid F258 |
$432.73 |
Nuts Panel (8 items) 1. Almond F20 2. Brazil Nut F18 3. Hazelnut F17 4. Macadamia Nut F345 5. Peanut F13 6. Pine Nut F253 7. Pistachio F203 8. Walnut F256 |
$468.70 |
Gastro Panel (6 items) 1. Egg White F1 2. Milk F2 3. Wheat F4 4. Peanut F13 5. Chicken F83 6. Soya Bean F14 |
$360.79 |
Single Allergen Test (Enquire with us) | From $67.58 |
*Prices are NETT and inclusive of GST.
How Do I Make An Appointment?
You will be required to consult our friendly doctor before doing an allergen test. There will be a consultation fee of $38.15 NETT. If you have enquiries, feel free to WhatsApp, Call or Email us.