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May be covered by Discovery Medical Aid—check your plan for details

FINGER-PRICK KIT

For the Collection of Serum (Portion of Blood) for Testing

Food allergy test

WHY YOU SHOULD TEST FOR FOOD ALLERGIES

Here’s the good news …

Say goodbye to unpleasant symptoms that can be mild, moderate or life threatening. Ranging from skin rashes to stomach cramps and vomiting, to swelling of your mouth and even anaphylaxis our food allergy test will tell you what to avoid.

The not-so-good news is that food allergies are becoming more common.  Remember, by knowing what you are allergic to, it’s easier not to eat those foods and avoid the terrible symptoms.

R800.00

Consider a food allergy test if you have experienced any red-alert symptoms after eating a particular food.  Remember symptoms can appear almost immediately to a few hours after eating an allergen.

 

Mild Symptoms

  • Skin Reactions: Hives, rash, or eczema.
  • Gastrointestinal Issues: Stomach pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
  • Respiratory Problems: Nasal congestion, sneezing, or a runny nose.

Moderate Symptoms

  • Swelling: Swelling of the lips, tongue, or face (angioedema).
  • Coughing or Wheezing: Difficulty breathing or a tight feeling in the chest.

Severe Symptoms (Anaphylaxis)

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Symptoms can include:

  • Severe Shortness of Breath: Difficulty breathing or wheezing.
  • Rapid Heartbeat: Palpitations or a racing heart.
  • Dizziness or Fainting: Feeling lightheaded or loss of consciousness.
  • Severe Swelling: Swelling of the throat or airway, which can lead to difficulty swallowing or breathing.
  • Extreme Anxiety: Feelings of impending doom.
  • Gastrointestinal Distress: Severe vomiting, diarrhoea, or abdominal pain.

 

 

  1. Purchase this test by adding it to the cart at the top of the page.
  2. Once it arrives, please book your FREE sample collection at one of the Clicks Clinics on our list.
  3. Take your sample collection kit to your selected Clicks Clinic appointment.
  4. A medical professional will collect your sample and give it back to you.
  5. Call us to arrange for pick up and analysis at the BioSmart pathology laboratory.

 

Our test covers a wide range of common food allergens:

  • Avocado
  • Banana
  • Citrus Mix
  • Kiwi
  • Peanut
  • Hazelnut
  • Pea
  • Soybean
  • Celery
  • Beef Meat
  • Pork Meat
  • Clam Shell
  • Shrimp
  • Crab
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Codfish
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Baker’s Yeast
  • Sesame
  • Rice
  • Corn
  • Wheat Flour
  • Alpha-Lactalbumin
  • Beta-Lactalbumin
  • Casein
  • Egg White
  • CCD (cross-reactive carbohydrate determinants).

IMPORTANT NOTE:
While our product aids in identifying allergies, it doesn’t replace medical advice. Consult a medical professional for health concerns. Use with caution.

You’ll receive your comprehensive, easy-to-understand Food Allergy Report via email within 2-3 days after sample collection, along with guidance on your next steps.

 

 

Note: This is a blood test, which you can do at home, but is best if your blood sample is taken by a nurse. This is a free service at participating Clicks Clinics – you must book your blood collection service at your nearest Clicks Clinic.

For all sample collection kits, we use RAM Couriers next day delivery service.
An email will be sent from the courier company to the email address you provided with a link to the courier’s track and trace system, allowing you to track your shipment.
Instructions for the return of your sample are documented on the insert within the sampling kit.

Blood samples taken at selected stores.

Food allergy test

May be covered by Discovery Medical Aid—check your plan for details

R800.00

Consider a food allergy test if you have experienced any red-alert symptoms after eating a particular food.  Remember symptoms can appear almost immediately to a few hours after eating an allergen.

 

Mild Symptoms

  • Skin Reactions: Hives, rash, or eczema.
  • Gastrointestinal Issues: Stomach pain, cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea.
  • Respiratory Problems: Nasal congestion, sneezing, or a runny nose.

Moderate Symptoms

  • Swelling: Swelling of the lips, tongue, or face (angioedema).
  • Coughing or Wheezing: Difficulty breathing or a tight feeling in the chest.

Severe Symptoms (Anaphylaxis)

Anaphylaxis is a life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Symptoms can include:

  • Severe Shortness of Breath: Difficulty breathing or wheezing.
  • Rapid Heartbeat: Palpitations or a racing heart.
  • Dizziness or Fainting: Feeling lightheaded or loss of consciousness.
  • Severe Swelling: Swelling of the throat or airway, which can lead to difficulty swallowing or breathing.
  • Extreme Anxiety: Feelings of impending doom.
  • Gastrointestinal Distress: Severe vomiting, diarrhoea, or abdominal pain.

 

 

  1. Purchase this test by adding it to the cart at the top of the page.
  2. Once it arrives, please book your FREE sample collection at one of the Clicks Clinics on our list.
  3. Take your sample collection kit to your selected Clicks Clinic appointment.
  4. A medical professional will collect your sample and give it back to you.
  5. Call us to arrange for pick up and analysis at the BioSmart pathology laboratory.

 

Our test covers a wide range of common food allergens:

  • Avocado
  • Banana
  • Citrus Mix
  • Kiwi
  • Peanut
  • Hazelnut
  • Pea
  • Soybean
  • Celery
  • Beef Meat
  • Pork Meat
  • Clam Shell
  • Shrimp
  • Crab
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Codfish
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Baker’s Yeast
  • Sesame
  • Rice
  • Corn
  • Wheat Flour
  • Alpha-Lactalbumin
  • Beta-Lactalbumin
  • Casein
  • Egg White
  • CCD (cross-reactive carbohydrate determinants).

IMPORTANT NOTE:
While our product aids in identifying allergies, it doesn’t replace medical advice. Consult a medical professional for health concerns. Use with caution.

You’ll receive your comprehensive, easy-to-understand Food Allergy Report via email within 2-3 days after sample collection, along with guidance on your next steps.

 

 

Note: This is a blood test, which you can do at home, but is best if your blood sample is taken by a nurse. This is a free service at participating Clicks Clinics – you must book your blood collection service at your nearest Clicks Clinic.

For all sample collection kits, we use RAM Couriers next day delivery service.
An email will be sent from the courier company to the email address you provided with a link to the courier’s track and trace system, allowing you to track your shipment.
Instructions for the return of your sample are documented on the insert within the sampling kit.

Blood samples taken at selected stores.

FINGER-PRICK KIT

For the Collection of Serum (Portion of Blood) for Testing

BioSmart is part of Discovery HealthID

South Africa’s first and most extensive digital healthcare platform for doctors. It enables them to access their patients’ electronic health records through an iPad or computer.

Samples can be collected at participating Clicks clinics.

For your convenience, have your blood samples collected at your nearest Clicks Clinic. Simply book your Clinic appointment, select BIOSMART Tests as the appointment type. Then arrive at your appointment with your BioSmart sample collection kit and the nurse will do the rest. You don’t have to pay for this service.