Children’s Food Sensitivities – Food Allergy Test
Could your child’s diet be aggravating their health?
Hidden food sensitivities could be affecting your child‘s mood, behaviour or health. Sometimes a seemingly healthy food can lead to a sensitivity or allergic reaction that can lead to inflammation, which can affect a multitude of health dimensions in a child. It may not be severe or immediate, as say a peanut allergy, but there can be non-life-threatening low-grade sensitivities that can affect a child’s day-to-day functioning.
Hidden food sensitivities could be affecting your child‘s mood, behaviour or health. Sometimes a seemingly healthy food can lead to a sensitivity or allergic reaction that can lead to inflammation, which can affect a multitude of health dimensions in a child. It may not be severe or immediate, as say a peanut allergy, but there can be non-life-threatening low-grade sensitivities that can affect a child’s day-to-day functioning.
The IgG Food Sensitivity Test looks at a different type of allergic reaction from the conventional skin prick test; is more comprehensive; and requires just a few drops of blood.
Many chronic conditions – from IBS and digestive problems to migraines to depression and mood disorders – may be indicators of a food sensitivity. Common offenders include dairy and gluten, but food sensitivities can be complex and difficult to pinpoint. In many cases, a less obvious source may be causing or contributing to a patient’s symptoms.
How much does the IgG Food Sensitivity Test cost?
We have a wide variety of tests available to assess IgG, IgG4, and IgA antibody response to foodborne allergens. We offer a general 240, 144, and 96 food panel, as well as 4 specialized panels to help identify sensitivities to foods and spices found in typical Asian, Japanese, Mexican, Vegetarian diets.
More information on the different panels and their associated costs can be found below.
Examples of some manifestations of food sensitivities are:
- Hyperactivity ADD/ADHD
- Moodiness
- Skin reactions: eczema, rashes
- Respiratory Disorders: asthma
- Congestion/Sinusitis
- Digestive Difficulties
- Headaches/Migraines
- Joint Pain
- Puffiness around the eyes
Additional allergen panels can also be added to the test, including airborne allergens and herbs/spices, for an extra cost.
Standard Diet Panels:
- IgG 240 Food Sensitivity Panel + Candida ($490) – The 240 Food Panel offers comprehensive testing to identify food sensitivities to both common and less prevalent offenders that, in some cases, a patient may not even realize are in his or her diet. It is an ideal choice for patients who eat a broad range of foods and cuisines. Click on the test to view the sample report.
- IgG 144 Food Sensitivity Panel + Candida ($480) – The 144 Food Panel is a comprehensive food sensitivity testing option for patients who may have underlying sensitivities to less conspicuous antigens. Assess IgG, IgG4, or IgA antibody reactivity across a broad range of culturally-diverse foods to help identify trigger foods in these individuals. Click on the test to view the sample report.
- IgG 96 Food Sensitivity Panel + Candida ($390) – The 96-Food General Panel is a quantitative ELISA anaIysis of specific IgG and IgA antibodies to 96 common foods and spices. We offer a general 96 food panel, as well as 4 specialized panels to help identify sensitivities to foods and spices found in typical Asian, Japanese, Mexican, Vegetarian diets (more information below). Click on the test to view the sample report.
Turnaround time for test results is 10-15 business days.
More information on what ELISA testing means – click here.
Specialized Diet Panels:
- IgG 96 Asian Food Panel ($390) – The 96 Asian Food Panel is a quantitative ELISA anaIysis of specific IgG and IgA antibodies to 96 foods and spices commonly found in a typical Asian diet. Click on the test to view the sample report.
- IgG 96 Japanese Food Panel ($390) – Our 96 Japanese Food Panel is a quantitative ELISA anaIysis of specific IgG and IgA antibodies to 96 foods and spices commonly found in a typical Japanese diet. Click on the test to view the sample report.
- IgG 96 Mexican Food Panel ($390) – Our 96 Mexican Food Panel is a quantitative ELISA anaIysis of specific IgG and IgA antibodies to 96 foods and spices commonly found in a typical Mexican diet. Click on the test to view the sample report.
Vegetarian Diet Panels:
- IgG 198 Vegetarian Food Panel ($480) – The 198 Vegetarian Food Panel is a quantitative ELISA anaIysis of specific IgG and IgA antibodies to 198 common vegetarian foods and spices. Click on the test for more information (sample report coming soon).
- IgG 96 Vegetarian Food Panel ($390) – The 96 Vegetarian Food Panel is a quantitative ELISA anaIysis of specific IgG and IgA antibodies to 96 common vegetarian foods and spices. Click on the test to view the sample report.
Consult with our Naturopathic Doctors to find out more details about this or other tests for children available at Zentai Wellness Centre. Book an appointment or contact Zentai Wellness Centre for further inquiries.