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Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens in Washington

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 Washington

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens in WA. 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 Washington communities

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

Seattle3,438,221Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSpokane440,270Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensKennewick241,230Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBremerton219,538Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensTacoma217,332Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOlympia200,836Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensVancouver188,331Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMarysville164,655Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBellevue149,365Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensKent134,890Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensYakima130,440Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBellingham129,601Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensEverett110,438Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRenton105,313Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSpokane Valley102,178Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensFederal Way99,792Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensKirkland91,656Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensAuburn85,306Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPasco76,398Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRedmond72,166Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensWenatchee71,119Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensLongview67,958Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMount Vernon67,767Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSouth Hill66,713Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSammamish66,532Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensLakewood62,972Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensRichland59,718Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensShoreline58,213Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensLacey52,572Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBurien51,646Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBothell47,355Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensEdmonds42,622Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPuyallup42,366Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensIssaquah39,057Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensLynnwood38,812Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensParkland38,092Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensLake Stevens35,135Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSpanaway34,670Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensUniversity Place34,565Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensWalla Walla33,765Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensGraham33,727Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensPullman32,968Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensDes Moines32,631Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensSeaTac30,867Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOrchards28,371Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMaple Valley27,643Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCamas25,774Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMill Creek East25,528Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMercer Island25,506Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensTumwater24,855Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMoses Lake24,764Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensNorth Lynnwood24,562Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBainbridge Island24,557Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensOak Harbor24,267Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensKenmore23,556Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensEastmont23,088Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensUnion Hill-Novelty Hill23,060Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensCottage Lake22,779Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensMartha Lake22,251Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed PollensBonney Lake22,229Common Fall Allergies Test: 13 Weed Pollens