Popular Vegetables Allergy Test
This page explains the popular vegetables allergy test, what it measures, and how to arrange it. The Popular Vegetables Allergy Test is a blood test that checks for allergic sensitization to common vegetables. It is ordered when a person has symptoms after eating vegetables, such as hives, itching, or digestive upset, to help identify possible triggers.
- Sample type
- blood
- Category
- Allergy
- Turnaround
- 1-3 business days
- Price
- $159
- Referral
- Not required
The Popular Vegetables Allergy Test is a blood test that checks for allergic sensitization to common vegetables. It is ordered when a person has symptoms after eating vegetables, such as hives, itching, or digestive upset, to help identify possible triggers.
What it measures
- Specific IgE to tomato — Antibodies that may indicate an allergy to tomato.
- Specific IgE to potato — Antibodies that may indicate an allergy to potato.
- Specific IgE to carrot — Antibodies that may indicate an allergy to carrot.
- Specific IgE to celery — Antibodies that may indicate an allergy to celery.
- Specific IgE to corn — Antibodies that may indicate an allergy to corn.
Who it is for
This test is usually ordered by an allergist or primary care clinician for people who have had allergic symptoms after eating vegetables or who need to confirm a suspected vegetable allergy.
Preparation
No fasting or special preparation is required. The blood sample can be collected at any time of day.
Results and what they mean
Results are reported as a level of specific IgE for each vegetable, often on a scale from negative to high. A clinician interprets these results along with your symptoms and history. This information is not medical advice; only a qualified healthcare professional can diagnose an allergy.
How to order this test
- Choose the test and place a confidential order online.
- Select a certified collection site and pick a time that suits you.
- Have your specimen collected — most draws take only a few minutes.
- Review results in a secure portal, typically within 1–3 days.
Preparation, hours, and pricing vary by site; confirm details directly with the lab before your visit.
Availability by state
Direct-access online ordering for the popular vegetables allergy test is available in most states. It is currently unavailable in 6 states:
Everywhere else you can order confidentially and collect your sample at a certified site. Browse by state →
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to fast before this test?
No, fasting is not required.
How long does it take to get results?
Results are typically available within 1-3 business days.
Can this test tell me if I outgrew an allergy?
It can show changes in antibody levels, but a clinician must interpret the results with your symptoms.
Is this test safe?
Yes, it is a standard blood draw with minimal risks.