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Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens in Illinois

Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens can be ordered without a referral from your own doctor, and this guide covers what to expect. A blood test that checks for allergic sensitivity to 13 common weed pollens that trigger fall allergy symptoms.

Sample typeBlood and/or urine at a collection lab
ReferralIncluded — no referral from your own doctor needed

Lab requirements in Illinois

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens in IL. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.

Physician's order
Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
Fasting
Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
Preparation
Follow the lab's instructions regarding any preparation. No special preparation is typically required, but always confirm with the collection lab.
Sample & visit
A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
Identification
Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
Turnaround
1-3 business days
Availability
Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.

Before you go

  • Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
  • Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
  • No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
  • A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
  • Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.

Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.

What this test is

This test measures specific antibodies in the blood that react to weed pollens. It helps identify which weed pollens may be causing seasonal allergy symptoms.

What it measures

  • Common ragweed — a major fall allergen
  • Western ragweed — another ragweed species
  • Giant ragweed — a tall ragweed variety
  • Short ragweed — the most prevalent ragweed type
  • Mugwort — a common weed pollen
  • Pigweed — also known as amaranth
  • Lamb's quarters — a weed related to goosefoot
  • Plantain — a common lawn weed

What the test involves

A standard blood draw is used to collect a small sample from a vein in your arm. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order this test when a person has recurring fall allergy symptoms and the cause is unclear. It can help guide avoidance strategies and treatment decisions.

Preparation

Follow the lab's instructions regarding any preparation. No special preparation is typically required, but always confirm with the collection lab.

How results are reported

Results are reported as a level of specific antibodies for each weed pollen, often with a qualitative interpretation. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, so results should be interpreted in the context of the lab's own ranges and your clinical history.

Before you go

  • Whether any medications should be stopped before the test
  • If fasting is required
  • How long results will take

Cities

Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens in Illinois communities

Choose your city for local context and to order this test.

Chicago8,595,181Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRockford289,763Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRound Lake Beach287,012Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPeoria255,718Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensAurora183,447Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSpringfield162,588Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensChampaign153,278Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensJoliet150,323Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensNaperville149,013Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBloomington134,357Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensElgin114,156Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensWaukegan89,751Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensDecatur88,002Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCicero84,905Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensAlton83,705Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensKankakee82,095Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensEvanston78,454Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSchaumburg78,053Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensArlington Heights77,283Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBolingbrook73,807Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPalatine67,754Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSkokie67,444Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensDeKalb66,624Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCarbondale66,482Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensDes Plaines60,413Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOrland Park58,622Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOak Lawn58,032Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBerwyn56,960Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMount Prospect56,510Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensTinley Park55,988Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOak Park54,100Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensWheaton53,762Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensNormal53,446Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensHoffman Estates52,153Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensDowners Grove50,209Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensGlenview48,150Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensElmhurst45,661Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensLombard44,311Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPlainfield44,296Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBuffalo Grove43,062Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMoline42,660Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBelleville42,463Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBartlett41,126Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRomeoville40,099Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCrystal Lake40,082Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCarol Stream39,895Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensStreamwood39,736Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensQuincy39,687Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPark Ridge39,562Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensUrbana39,189Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensWheeling39,104Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCarpentersville37,940Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensHanover Park37,545Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRock Island37,519Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCalumet City36,065Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensAddison35,999Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensNorthbrook35,108Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOswego34,324Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensWoodridge34,161Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensGlendale Heights33,443Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens