Respiratory Allergy Profile Region V: IN, KY, OH,

The Respiratory Allergy Profile Region V: IN, KY, OH, test contains 1 test with 28 biomarkers.

The Respiratory Allergy Profile for Region V is specifically tailored for individuals in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. This comprehensive panel includes a variety of tests designed to detect common allergens in these areas, helping residents manage and understand their allergic reactions more effectively. Each test targets specific allergens that are prevalent in the Midwestern climate and environment, which are known to influence respiratory health significantly.

Included Tests and Their Regional Benefits:

• Alternaria Alternata (M6): Tests for sensitivity to this mold, which thrives in the humid, temperate climate of the Midwest, exacerbating asthma and other respiratory issues.

• Aspergillus Fumigatus: Identifies reactions to this mold, commonly found in damp or decaying vegetation, a frequent issue in areas with significant rainfall or humidity.

• Bermuda Grass (G2) IgE: Determines allergic reactions to Bermuda grass, which is commonly used in regional landscaping and can trigger hay fever symptoms.

• Birch (T3) IgE: Essential for diagnosing spring allergies due to birch pollen, especially prevalent in wooded areas of these states.

• Cat Dander (E1) IgE & Dog Dander (E5) IgE: Tests for allergies to pet dander, crucial for household pet owners across urban and rural settings.

• Cladosporium Herbarum: Identifies sensitivities to this mold, one of the most common airborne outdoor molds, which increases in prevalence in humid conditions.

• Cockroach (I6) IgE: Determines allergic reactions to cockroaches, significant in densely populated urban areas.

• Common Ragweed (Short): Diagnoses allergies to ragweed, a major cause of fall allergies and a prevalent plant throughout the Midwest.

• Cottonwood (T14) IgE & Sycamore (T11) IgE: Measure sensitivities to these trees, common along the region's many rivers and streams, contributing to seasonal allergy symptoms.

• Dermatophagoides & Dermatophagoides Farinae: Assesses allergies to dust mites, a major indoor allergen affecting those in all types of housing.

• Elm (T8) IgE & Maple (Box Elder) (T1) IgE: Test for allergies to these tree pollens, which are especially problematic in the spring.

• Hickory/Pecan Tree (T22) & Walnut Tree (T10) IgE: Identify allergies to these nut tree pollens, common in the region's forests and parks.

• Immunoglobulin E: General marker of immune response to allergens, providing an overall snapshot of allergic activity.

• Mountain Cedar (T6) IgE & Oak (T7) IgE: Test for sensitivities to these tree pollens, which can be highly allergenic during their respective seasons.

• Mouse Urine Proteins: Checks for allergies to mouse urine, which can be a concern in both urban and rural homes.

• Penicillium Notatum (M1): Identifies mold allergies, particularly to species that thrive indoors during damp weather.

• Rough Pigweed (W14) IgE & Sheep Sorrel (W18) IgE: Diagnose allergies to these weeds, prevalent in disturbed soils across the region.

• Russian Thistle (W11) IgE: Essential for diagnosing allergies to this tumbleweed, commonly found in dry, open areas.

• Timothy Grass (G6) IgE: Critical for identifying allergies to this common grass, prevalent in rural and urban lawns and parks.

• White Ash (T15) IgE & White Mulberry (T70) IgE: Tests for allergies to these tree pollens, particularly problematic during the late spring and early summer.

Benefits of the Test:

This panel provides critical insights into the specific environmental and indoor allergens prevalent in Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. Understanding these can help residents:

• Effectively Manage and Reduce Allergic Reactions: Tailor avoidance strategies and medical treatments based on specific allergen sensitivities.
• Improve Quality of Life: Reduce the frequency and severity of allergy symptoms, enabling a more active outdoor and indoor life.
• Customize Treatment Plans: Healthcare providers can use detailed test results to prescribe more accurate and effective allergy treatments and management strategies.

By identifying the specific allergens that trigger symptoms, individuals can take informed steps to avoid these triggers and implement lifestyle changes and medical interventions that significantly improve their health and daily comfort.