ALLERGY/ INTOLERANCE TESTING / IMMUNOLOGY TESTING
We provide a variety of allergy and intolerance / sensitivity testing at our naturopathic clinic from a variety of laboratories such as Genova, Alcat and other labs that we trust and we are pleased to offer the state of the art testing with highly accurate and sensitive tests using blood samples.
We offer an array of allergy / intolerance and immunology tests that include and are not limited to:
1. Mold Profile
2. Celiac Profile
The newest allergy profile available measures quantifiable IgE antibodies for Molds. As the modern world continues to evolve, it is becoming increasingly apparent that our indoor environment can have a huge impact on our health.
Molds (also know as fungi) are ubiquitous in the environment and can concentrate in homes, offices and public buildings. It is estimated that the annual work impairment costs associated with pollen / mold exposure are between $5.4 - 7.7 billion dollars in the US alone!
ALLERGY ANTIBODY ASSESSMENTS
What this test does:
- Identifies antibodies related to immediate (IgE) and delayed (IgG) hypersensitivities to foods.
- Provides qualitative and quantitative information related to both immediate and delayed-onset hypersensitivity reactions.
- Includes an individualized True Relief - rotation diet schedule categorized into food families and related foods
TEST AVAILABLE AT OUR CLINIC
IgE Food Antibodies
IgE Food Antibodies will test the IgE antibody levels for 19 foods, and Total IgE.
IgG Food Antibodies
IgG Food Antibodies will test the IgG antibody levels for 87 foods and Total IgE.
IgE Molds Profile
IgE Molds Profile will test the IgE antibody levels for 15 common molds and Total IgE. An ideal test for patients with suspected environmental allergies specific to molds.
IgE Inhalants Profile
IgE Inhalants Profile will test the IgE levels for 14 common pollens and environmental inhalants specific to North America and Total IgE. An ideal test for patients with suspected environmental and / or seasonal allergies.
IgG Spice Profile
IgG Spice Profile will test the IgG levels for 24 commonly used herbs and spices and Total IgE. An ideal test for patients with suspected allergic reactions to spices and herbs.
We now offer additional testing for allergies and sensitivities or intolerances, and tests to rule out various auto immune diseases from various other laboratories to test for up to 237 different items such as food, environmental allergens, functional foods and medicinal herbs, preservatives, food additives, colourings, mold, antibiotics and anti-inflammatory agents and chemicals. Call us if you would like to see the various lists of allergens and intolerances we can test you for.
CELIAC PROFILE
Do you think you may be Celiac Disease? Clinical studies indicate the Anti-Tissue Transglutaminase IgA / IgG and Endomysial IgA antibodies as highly prevalent and reliable for non-invasive assessment of Celiac Disease. We offer a celiac testing profile that includes Total IgA to rule out false negatives in IgA immunodeficient individuals, and the Endomysial IgA as a reflex when indicated.
Anti-GLiadin IgA and IgG is available to establish levels and use as a monitoring tool for successful elimination of gluten.
If you are interested in getting more information on any of the tests listed above, or would like to get a test done at our naturopathic clinic in Toronto at the Davisville Medical Center, please call 416 913 4325 (HEAL).
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