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Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in California

Below is a plain-language overview of the lobster allergy test – shellfish allergy. The Lobster Allergy Test assesses if you have an allergic reaction to lobsters, a type of shellfish known to cause allergies.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test measures the level of Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies in your blood specific to lobster proteins. Elevated IgE levels may suggest an allergic sensitivity to lobster. The test is part of a broader evaluation for shellfish allergies.

What it measures

  • Lobster-specific IgE — reflects potential allergic sensitivity to lobster

What the test involves

The test involves a standard blood draw, where a healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein in your arm. The sample is then analyzed in a laboratory for IgE antibodies.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians typically order this test if you have symptoms suggestive of a shellfish allergy, such as hives or difficulty breathing after eating lobster. It helps in identifying specific allergens that may be causing these reactions.

Preparation

Preparation instructions should be followed as provided by the collection lab. Always check with the lab for any specific requirements before your appointment.

How results are reported

Results indicate the level of IgE antibodies to lobster, with higher levels suggesting a potential allergy. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, so it's important to discuss your results with a healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Sample collection requirements
  • Turnaround time for results
  • Preparation instructions

Cities

Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy in California communities

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Los Angeles12,121,244Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Francisco3,290,197Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Diego3,084,174Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyRiverside2,022,285Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySacramento1,924,167Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Jose1,729,879Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFresno719,558Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyConcord640,270Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyBakersfield590,845Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMission Viejo588,540Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMurrieta509,526Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLong Beach466,565Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyOakland437,548Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyStockton406,822Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyVictorville389,060Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyModesto382,994Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyLancaster381,732Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyOxnard366,330Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyIndio361,831Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAnaheim348,204Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyAntioch322,796Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Rosa314,196Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Ana313,818Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyIrvine297,868Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Clarita275,230Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyChula Vista274,818Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyVisalia249,804Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFremont231,502Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySan Bernardino220,821Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyThousand Oaks211,045Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMoreno Valley208,371Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFontana208,087Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySalinas199,290Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHuntington Beach198,735Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Barbara198,240Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGlendale196,512Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHemet191,170Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyVallejo181,882Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyElk Grove175,510Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyOntario175,223Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyOceanside174,461Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyRancho Cucamonga173,946Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyGarden Grove172,708Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPalmdale167,987Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Cruz165,933Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyHayward162,254Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyCorona157,844Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyMerced157,617Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySunnyvale155,550Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPomona151,592Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyEscondido151,443Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyTorrance147,156Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyRoseville145,687Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFairfield145,163Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyFullerton142,964Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Maria142,230Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyOrange139,195Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyPasadena138,771Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergyYuba City129,536Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish AllergySanta Clara127,922Lobster Allergy Test – Shellfish Allergy