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Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in North Carolina

Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy is a laboratory test you can request directly. The Clam Allergy Test checks for allergic reactions to clams using a blood sample.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test measures the presence of IgE antibodies specific to clams. It helps identify if an individual has an allergy to clams, which are a type of shellfish. The test is typically used to diagnose shellfish allergies.

What it measures

  • IgE antibodies — reflects immune response to clam allergens

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, where a sample is collected from a vein in the arm. The sample is then analyzed for IgE antibodies related to clam allergens.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test when a patient shows symptoms of a shellfish allergy or has a history of allergic reactions after consuming clams. It helps in confirming the presence of an allergy to clams.

Preparation

Preparation for the test may vary, so it's important to follow the specific instructions provided by the lab conducting the test.

How results are reported

Results indicate the level of IgE antibodies to clam allergens, with reference ranges varying by laboratory. These results help in understanding the likelihood of an allergic reaction.

Before you go

  • Test preparation requirements
  • Sample collection process
  • Expected result timeline

Cities

Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in North Carolina communities

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Charlotte1,516,107Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyRaleigh1,062,018Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyWinston-Salem420,400Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyDurham399,762Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGreensboro345,270Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFayetteville328,827Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAsheville316,694Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyConcord264,492Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyWilmington247,372Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHickory211,042Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGastonia194,190Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHigh Point178,800Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCary171,603Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyBurlington137,096Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGreenville122,921Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyJacksonville108,549Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyRocky Mount61,952Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyChapel Hill60,920Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHuntersville60,166Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyApex58,066Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyKannapolis52,173Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMooresville48,431Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyWilson47,914Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyWake Forest46,387Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHolly Springs40,198Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyIndian Trail39,603Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySalisbury35,258Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMonroe34,464Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGoldsboro33,214Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFuquay-Varina33,135Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyNew Bern31,058Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCornelius30,925Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGarner30,859Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanford30,024Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMatthews29,417Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMorrisville28,824Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyStatesville27,777Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyThomasville26,941Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAsheboro26,729Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyKernersville26,376Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMint Hill26,236Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyClayton25,486Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLeland22,794Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyShelby21,564Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCarrboro21,237Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyClemmons21,032Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyKinston19,888Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyWaxhaw19,645Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLexington19,347Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLumberton19,186Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyKnightdale18,614Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyElizabeth City18,466Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHarrisburg18,415Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLenoir18,205Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyBoone18,055Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHavelock17,570Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHope Mills17,421Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMorganton17,389Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMount Holly17,315Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPinehurst17,250Clam Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy