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Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in Maine

This page explains the scallop allergy test – shellfish allergy, what it measures, and how to order it. The Scallop Allergy Test checks for an allergic reaction to scallops by measuring specific IgE antibodies in your blood.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab

ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test detects IgE antibodies in your blood that are specific to scallops, a type of shellfish. It helps identify if you have an allergy to scallops. The test is part of a broader category of shellfish allergy tests.

What it measures

Scallop-specific IgE — reflects the presence of an allergic response to scallops

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, typically from a vein in your arm. A healthcare professional will collect the sample for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians generally order this test if you have symptoms that suggest a scallop allergy, such as hives or difficulty breathing after eating scallops. It can help confirm whether scallops are the cause of your allergic reactions.

Preparation

Preparation instructions should be followed as provided by the collection lab. Always check with the lab for specific guidelines before your appointment.

How results are reported

Results indicate the presence and level of scallop-specific IgE antibodies in your blood. Reference ranges for interpreting these results vary by laboratory.

Before you go

Sample collection method
Preparation instructions
Result turnaround time

Cities

Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in Maine communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Portland220,807Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Lewiston36,615Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Bangor31,920Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy South Portland26,428Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Auburn23,790Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Biddeford22,331Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Sanford21,812Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Saco20,203Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Westbrook20,074Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Augusta18,895Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Waterville15,872Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Brewer9,606Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Presque Isle8,859Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Bath8,718Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Ellsworth8,340Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Caribou7,448Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Old Town7,415Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Rockland6,977Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Belfast6,890Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Gardiner5,944Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy North Windham5,395Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Lisbon Falls4,213Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy York Harbor3,819Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy South Berwick3,596Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Lisbon3,456Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy South Eliot3,342Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Calais3,010Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Lake Arrowhead3,007Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Cumberland Center2,956Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Hallowell2,542Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Cape Neddick2,485Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy South Paris2,169Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Dunstan1,852Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Falmouth Foreside1,811Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Veazie1,771Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Steep Falls1,677Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Eastport1,226Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy West Kennebunk1,119Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Cornish1,117Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Kittery Point1,017Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy Chisholm1,007Scallop Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy