Allergy Acacia Fluorescence Assay Skin
What is this test?
Acacia trees release a heavy pollen that causes an IgE mediated allergic response in sensitized individuals. Pollen acts as an irritant and the immune system mistakenly considers the proteins in pollen as foreign, and dangerous. The immune system activates and mobilizes pro-inflammatory immune cells, primarily mast cells and basophils, to the nasal passages and upper respiratory tract. These immune cells release immune mediators such as histamine that dilate and increase the permeability of blood vessels. The increased permeability of capillaries in the nasal capillaries and upper respiratory tract results in the observed allergic reaction including allergic rhinitis and asthma.
Test Preparation
No special preparation is needed for Allergy Acacia Fluorescence Assay Skin. Inform your doctor if you are on any medications or have any underlying medical conditions or allergies before undergoing Allergy Acacia Fluorescence Assay Skin. Your doctor depending on your condition will give specific instructions.
Understanding your test results
| Gender | Age groups | Value |
| UNISEX | All age groups | A wheal and flare reaction of atleast 3mm indicates that the patient is allergic to the substance |