Specific IgE - Tomato
- Sample Type
- Standard
- Fasting
- No
- Unit
- kUA/L
This test measures the concentration of allergen-specific IgE antibodies directed against tomato proteins. It is used to diagnose Type I hypersensitivities to tomatoes. Clinical symptoms can range from Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS)—itching/swelling of the lips and throat—to systemic urticaria or, rarely, anaphylaxis. This is often grouped in vegetarian allergy profiles as tomato proteins share cross-reactivity with various grass pollens.
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Why Context Matters
A positive IgE result indicates 'sensitization' but does not guarantee a clinical 'allergy' (reaction upon ingestion). Cross-reactivity with latex (Latex-Fruit Syndrome) or pollens can cause high IgE levels without severe clinical symptoms when eating cooked vs. raw tomatoes.
Lab ranges are statistical averages, not biological laws. "Normal" for a 20-year-old male isn't normal for a 60-year-old female.
Clinical References
Source-of-truth databases and clinical guidelines for Specific IgE - Tomato:
Official Sources
- Allergy Blood Test: MedlinePlus Medical TestMedlinePlus
- IgE Allergy Test (IgE Total) - Testing.comTesting.com
Research & Guidelines
- PubMed: Specific IgE - Tomato Clinical GuidelinesNCBI / PubMed
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