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Lima Bean Allergy Test – Food Allergies in North Dakota

This page explains the lima bean allergy test – food allergies, what it measures, and how to order it. A Lima Bean Allergy Test uses a blood sample to check for IgE antibodies that may indicate an allergy to lima beans.

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

Lab requirements in North Dakota

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Lima Bean Allergy Test – Food Allergies in ND. 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 typically required for this blood test. Follow any specific instructions provided by the collection lab or your healthcare provider.
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, including ND. 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 IgE antibodies in the blood that are produced in response to lima bean proteins. It is used to help evaluate whether a person has a sensitivity or allergy to lima beans.

What it measures

  • Lima bean-specific IgE — Reflects the level of allergic antibodies to lima bean proteins
  • Total IgE — Sometimes measured to assess overall allergic tendency
  • Other food-specific IgE — May be tested together to check for multiple food allergies

What the test involves

A healthcare professional collects a small sample of blood, usually 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 if you have had allergic symptoms after eating lima beans or foods containing them. It can also be part of a broader evaluation for food allergies.

Preparation

No special preparation is typically required for this blood test. Follow any specific instructions provided by the collection lab or your healthcare provider.

How results are reported

Results are reported as a numerical value that indicates the level of specific IgE antibodies. Reference ranges can vary between laboratories, so your results should be interpreted by your healthcare provider.

Before you go

  • Whether any medications you take could affect the test results
  • If fasting or other preparation is needed
  • How and when you will receive your results

Cities

Lima Bean Allergy Test – Food Allergies in North Dakota communities

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

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