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Swordfish Allergy Test – Fish Allergies in North Carolina

Swordfish Allergy Test – Fish Allergies is a laboratory test you can request directly. This blood test checks for allergic antibodies to swordfish, a type of fish that can trigger reactions in sensitive people.

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

Lab requirements in North Carolina

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Swordfish Allergy Test – Fish Allergies in NC. 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
No special preparation is usually required, but you should follow the instructions provided by the collection lab. Tell the lab about any medications you take, as some may affect test…
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

The swordfish allergy test measures specific IgE antibodies in your blood that react to proteins found in swordfish. It is used to help evaluate whether your immune system has become sensitized to this fish. The test is one part of a broader allergy assessment.

What it measures

  • Swordfish-specific IgE — Reflects the level of allergic antibodies directed against swordfish proteins.
  • Total IgE (sometimes) — May be measured to provide context for allergic antibody levels.
  • Other fish-specific IgE (if ordered) — Can help identify reactions to related fish species.

What the test involves

A healthcare professional collects a small sample of blood from a vein in your arm using a standard blood draw. The sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order this test if you have had symptoms such as hives, swelling, or digestive upset after eating swordfish or other fish. It can also be used to help distinguish a true allergy from other causes of food-related reactions.

Preparation

No special preparation is usually required, but you should follow the instructions provided by the collection lab. Tell the lab about any medications you take, as some may affect test results.

How results are reported

Results are reported as a numerical value that indicates the level of specific IgE antibodies, along with the laboratory's reference range. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, so your result should be interpreted in the context of that lab's own ranges and your symptoms.

Before you go

  • Whether any medications you take could affect the test results.
  • If fasting or other preparation is required before the blood draw.
  • How and when you will receive your test results.

Cities

Swordfish Allergy Test – Fish Allergies in North Carolina communities

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