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The Food Intolerance Test is a blood test that measures food-specific Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies against a panel of commonly consumed foods. It is designed to provide additional information that may help healthcare providers evaluate whether certain foods could be contributing to your symptoms when the results are interpreted alongside your medical history, dietary pattern and clinical assessment.
MAX@Home offers convenient home sample collection for the Food Intolerance Test. A trained phlebotomist collects the blood sample from your preferred location, and it is analysed in an NABL-accredited laboratory. Test reports are shared digitally within 5 days after laboratory analysis, making them easy to access and share with your healthcare provider.
The comparison below highlights the difference between food allergy and food intolerance.
| Aspect | Food Allergy | Food Intolerance |
| Immune response | Involves an immune response that is often mediated by Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. | Usually does not involve an IgE-mediated allergic response. |
| Symptom onset | Symptoms often appear rapidly after exposure to the food. | Symptoms are often delayed and may appear after eating certain foods. |
| Common symptoms | Hives, swelling, itching, wheezing or difficulty breathing; in some cases, a severe allergic reaction may occur. | Bloating, gas, abdominal discomfort, diarrhoea, constipation or nausea. |
| Testing | Evaluated with allergy-specific testing and clinical assessment. | The Food Intolerance Test measures food-specific IgG antibodies and provides additional information when interpreted with symptoms and history. |
The Food Intolerance Test is not used to diagnose food allergy. If a food allergy is suspected, your healthcare provider may recommend allergy-specific testing and clinical evaluation instead.
The Food Intolerance Test measures food-specific Immunoglobulin G (IgG) antibodies in the blood against a panel of commonly consumed foods. These antibodies indicate exposure to specific foods and may provide additional information when interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, dietary assessment and other clinical findings.
The test helps healthcare providers:
The Food Intolerance Test should not be used alone to diagnose food intolerance or identify foods to permanently eliminate from the diet. Results should always be interpreted by a healthcare professional alongside your symptoms, medical history and other clinical findings.
A healthcare provider may recommend the Food Intolerance Test if you experience persistent or recurrent symptoms that appear to be associated with certain foods and other medical causes have been considered.
Common symptoms that may prompt testing include:
These symptoms may occur in a wide range of medical conditions and are not specific to food intolerance. The Food Intolerance Test results should always be interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, dietary assessment and clinical evaluation.
The Food Intolerance Test is a simple blood test. Fasting is generally not required, and you can usually eat and drink normally unless your healthcare provider advises otherwise.
No fasting is required before sample collection. Inform your healthcare provider about any prescription medicines, over-the-counter medicines, supplements or herbal products you are taking. It is also helpful to discuss any recent dietary changes or elimination diets before testing, as this information may assist with the interpretation of your results.
A trained phlebotomist from MAX@Home visits your preferred location to collect a small blood sample from a vein in your arm, making your blood test at home simple and convenient. The procedure usually takes only a few minutes and follows standard safety and hygiene protocols.
You can usually resume your normal daily activities immediately after sample collection. Your blood sample is analysed in an NABL-accredited laboratory, and the report is shared digitally within 5 days after laboratory analysis. Your healthcare provider should interpret the results alongside your symptoms, medical history and dietary assessment before recommending any dietary changes.
The Food Intolerance Test reports the level of food-specific IgG antibodies detected against each food included in the testing panel. The results are interpreted individually for each food and should always be reviewed alongside your symptoms, dietary history and clinical evaluation.
| Result | What It May Indicate |
| Low or Not Detected | Food-specific IgG antibodies are absent or present at low levels for the food tested. This finding should be interpreted together with your symptoms and clinical history. |
| Moderate or Elevated | Higher levels of food-specific IgG antibodies are detected for one or more foods included in the panel. This may provide additional information for dietary assessment but does not, on its own, diagnose food intolerance or confirm that a particular food is responsible for your symptoms. |
Note: The Food Intolerance Test should not be used as a standalone diagnostic test for food intolerance or food allergy. The results should always be interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, dietary assessment and clinical evaluation. Do not eliminate foods from your diet or make significant dietary changes based solely on this test without advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
The Food Intolerance Test may be recommended alongside other investigations to help healthcare providers evaluate food-related symptoms and distinguish food intolerance from other conditions with similar presentations.
The cost of the Food Intolerance Test may vary depending on your location and booking details. The final price is confirmed at the time of booking.
MAX@Home offers convenient blood test at home services with professional sample collection at your preferred location. To know the latest price or schedule your appointment, call 9240299624 or visit the MAX@Home website. The team will confirm the applicable charges and assist you with booking a suitable time for sample collection
MAX@Home provides reliable diagnostic services with convenient home sample collection, making testing simple and comfortable from the convenience of your home.
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