IgE Allergy Explorer - Alpha-Gal Syndrome Interpretive Guide
Alpha-gal syndrome (AGS) is a tick bite–induced IgE-mediated food allergy to the carbohydrate molecule galactose-α-1,3-galactose (alpha-gal).
IgE Allergy Explorer™ detects serum IgE antibodies directed against the alpha-gal carbohydrate epitope (galactose-α-1,3-galactose) as well as specific mammalian meat antigens including beef, pork, and lamb. Elevated IgE indicates immunological sensitization — the immune system has produced antibodies against alpha-gal and/or related meat proteins...
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