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Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to Meat in Massachusetts

Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to Meat is a laboratory test you can request directly. Meat Allergy Testing checks for allergic reactions to various types of meat like chicken, turkey, beef, pork, and lamb.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test measures the presence of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in the blood, which can indicate an allergic reaction to specific meats. It helps identify potential allergens in chicken, turkey, beef, pork, and lamb. The test is useful for understanding meat-related allergies.

What it measures

  • Chicken IgE — indicates sensitivity to chicken meat
  • Turkey IgE — reflects potential turkey meat allergy
  • Beef IgE — shows possible beef meat allergy
  • Pork IgE — indicates sensitivity to pork meat
  • Lamb IgE — reflects potential lamb meat allergy

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, where a healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein in your arm. The sample is then analyzed in a laboratory.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test when a person shows symptoms that suggest a meat allergy, such as hives or digestive issues after consuming meat. It helps in identifying specific meat allergens to guide dietary adjustments.

Preparation

Preparation for the test involves following specific instructions provided by the laboratory. Always check with the lab for any special requirements.

How results are reported

Results are reported as levels of IgE antibodies specific to each type of meat. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, so it's important to discuss results with a healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Turnaround time
  • Preparation instructions
  • Sample collection details

Cities

Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to Meat in Massachusetts communities

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Boston4,208,580Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatSpringfield620,494Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWorcester573,573Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNew Bedford158,353Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatLeominster118,190Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatCambridge116,892Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatLowell114,804Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatBrockton104,216Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatQuincy100,544Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatLynn100,233Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatFall River93,339Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNewton88,647Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatLawrence87,798Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatSomerville80,608Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatFramingham72,089Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatHaverhill67,093Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMalden65,602Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWaltham64,655Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatRevere60,720Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMedford60,708Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatTaunton59,076Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatChicopee55,636Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatPeabody54,200Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMethuen Town52,536Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatEverett48,368Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatAttleboro46,146Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatSalem44,452Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatPittsfield43,890Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatBeverly42,448Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatFitchburg41,796Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMarlborough41,505Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWoburn40,967Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWestfield40,922Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatChelsea40,025Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatHolyoke38,480Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWatertown Town35,171Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatGloucester29,814Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMelrose29,567Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNorthampton29,379Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatGardner21,183Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNewburyport18,282Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNorth Adams13,024Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatSouth Yarmouth11,696Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMiddleborough Center7,790Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMansfield Center7,689Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWhitinsville7,329Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWest Concord7,003Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatCochituate6,966Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatEast Falmouth6,739Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatPinehurst6,653Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatWest Yarmouth6,124Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatYarmouth Port5,872Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatBliss Corner5,529Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNorth Scituate5,519Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatEast Harwich5,519Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatRaynham Center5,072Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatSmith Mills4,846Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatNorth Westport4,835Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatThe Pinehills4,724Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to MeatMillis-Clicquot4,653Meat Allergy Testing – Allergies to Meat