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Inhalant allergy testing is essential to understand how the immune system reacts to airborne substances. When the body is exposed to certain triggers considered harmful, it can respond with symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, breathing difficulties, itching, or skin rashes. The test helps identify the sources of allergens at home, work, or outdoors, and allows for a preventive plan to reduce exposure and improve quality of life. Test results can guide medical treatment such as allergy medications or immunotherapy and monitor the effectiveness of preventive measures. This test is particularly useful for people with unexplained chronic symptoms or worsening respiratory conditions such as asthma or allergic rhinitis.

Blood & Immunity

Inhalant allergy

Test Code: MTC00581

Inhalant allergy (respiratory allergy): It occurs when allergenic substances are inhaled, as the body reacts to environmental triggers such as dust, pollen, mold, or animal dander. These may cause respiratory, skin, or general symptoms.

Sample Type

Blood

Preparation

No Special Preparation is Required.

TAT Turnaround time (TAT)

During 24 Hours

29.

000

KWD

Home Visit Service

+ Home visit fee per region

29.

000

KWD

Home Visit Service

+ Home visit fee per region

29.

000

KWD

Home Visit Service

+ Home visit fee per region

All You Need to Know

Everything you need to know about this test, from preparation to results

Inhalent Allergies:

House dust mite

Bed bugs

Grain weevil

Palm weevil

Cats

Horse

Dogs

Guinea pig

Mice

Rabbit

Hamster

Sweet vernal grass

Bermuda grass

Orchard grass

Timothy grass

Ryegrass pollen

House dust

Bee

Wasp

Cockroaches

Latex

Penicillin G

Airborne fungi

Soil fungi

Candida fungus

Plant rust fungus

Alder tree

Cedar tree

Hazel tree

Oak tree

Olive tree

Sycamore tree

Goat willow

Eastern cottonwood

Ash tree

Pine

Japanese cedar grass

Acacia tree

Cypress tree

Ragweed

Fireweed

Meadow chrysanthemum

Dandelion

Plantain

Russian thistle

Goldenrod

Japanese hay

Pigweed

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Frequently Asked Questions

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The test identifies substances that trigger an exaggerated immune response in the body.

Yes, it can detect allergens present at home, work, or outdoors.

It helps explain symptoms such as breathing difficulties, sneezing, or runny nose related to asthma.

Some airborne triggers like dust, mold, or pollen can significantly affect respiratory health.

Yes, it is useful for chronic rhinitis to identify triggers causing symptoms.

Results help plan preventive measures to reduce exposure and improve daily comfort.

The test can monitor patient response to medications or immunotherapy and enhance treatment effectiveness.

Yes, allergies may appear suddenly when exposed to a new substance.

Allergies may change over time due to age, health status, or environmental changes.

The test improves daily quality of life by reducing symptoms and enhancing breathing and sleep comfort.

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