Confidential lab testing · No referral required United States · 15,280 communities
RequestALab Find and request a lab test

Territories · Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy

Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in Puerto Rico

Below is a plain-language overview of the lobster allergy test – shellfish allergy. The Lobster Allergy Test assesses if you have an allergic reaction to lobsters, a type of shellfish known to cause allergies.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test measures the level of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in your blood specific to lobster proteins. Elevated IgE levels may suggest an allergic sensitivity to lobster. The test is part of a broader evaluation for shellfish allergies.

What it measures

  • Lobster-specific IgE — reflects potential allergic sensitivity to lobster

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 for IgE antibodies.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test if you have symptoms suggestive of a shellfish allergy, such as hives or difficulty breathing after eating lobster. It helps in identifying specific allergens that may be causing these reactions.

Preparation

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

How results are reported

Results indicate the level of IgE antibodies to lobster, with higher levels suggesting a potential allergy. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, so it's important to discuss your results with a healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Sample collection requirements
  • Turnaround time for results
  • Preparation instructions

Cities

Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in Puerto Rico communities

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

San Juan1,915,105Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAguadilla260,331Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyBayamón170,028Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCarolina139,735Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPonce124,719Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyArecibo123,499Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Germán103,747Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMayagüez93,426Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyYauco80,307Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFajardo75,549Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCaguas74,502Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyJuana Díaz71,759Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGuaynabo70,542Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFlorida69,427Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGuayama65,343Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyTrujillo Alto44,203Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCataño23,536Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyVega Baja23,527Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHumacao17,607Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCandelaria15,498Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCayey14,052Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyDorado13,008Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyRío Grande12,216Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCanóvanas12,211Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyManatí12,207Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCaño Martin Peña12,112Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHormigueros11,358Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySabana Grande11,128Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCoamo10,508Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyIsabela10,457Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCabo Rojo10,011Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCorozal9,986Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPájaros9,713Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyVega Alta9,457Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Lorenzo8,628Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Sebastián8,568Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAibonito8,532Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyArroyo8,438Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyJuncos8,174Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLuquillo7,898Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Isidro7,613Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyUtuado7,336Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySabana Seca7,330Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Antonio7,311Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPuerto Real6,966Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGurabo6,882Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyYabucoa6,466Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCidra6,139Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGuánica6,042Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCeiba5,876Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLas Piedras5,785Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyQuebradillas5,528Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPeñuelas5,497Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyNaguabo5,487Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLajas5,453Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Isabel5,433Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLares5,203Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAñasco5,042Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCoco4,942Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySalinas4,771Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy