Any doctor can order a food sensitivity test for you, but not all doctors will do it. Most nutritionists (CCN) along with a few chiropractors, naturopaths, and wellness centers routinely offer food sensitivity testing. For the best health results, request an test that includes 200 foods using a sample of your blood.
The most common food allergy tests that use blood are named Elisa and Alcat.
ELISA
Request this test from your doctor OR purchase kit online for $10 from www.foodallergy.com. When kit arrives take it to your doctor or walk-in clinc. The results will mailed back to your doctor. Step-by-step instructions are here on my blog.
ALCAT
Direct to consumer testing - no doctor needed. The ALCAT Test identifies reactions to over 200 foods, 50 super foods, 50 herbs, 10 chemicals, 10 molds, and 10 antiinflammatories. Results available by email in 5 business days. Full printed handbook in 10 business days. For an additional $45 Alcat will come to you at your home or business to draw your blood. Buy a kit from me using button on left of page.
RAST (CAP RAST, CAP FEIA, & Pharmacia CAP)
Test for "true", "fixed" and "type 1" food allergies only. DOES NOT measure food sensitivity or food intolerance (also called delayed, hidden and type 2 food allergies.)
