What is the Antibody Test for IgG?
Antibody Test for IgG is a blood test done when looking for food sensitivities and delayed hypersensitivity. Indications and Contraindications: An Antibody Test for IgG is done to diagnose food allergies in patients. How do you prepare for the Antibodies tests? Fasting is not necessary before testing. There are no special preparations required prior to testing for Antibodies. Inform your physician if you are taking any kind of medications. It may be necessary for medications such as anti-depressants and anti-histamines to be discontinued 3 days prior to the IgG antibodies test. How does it feel? How long will it take? This test requires a blood sample that is drawn from the veins on your arm. It is a painless procedure that usually lasts for a few minutes, about three minutes or less. Some patients may feel a slight stinging pain while the needle is being inserted into the vein on your arm to draw blood. After the test, a small amount of throbbing might occur on the needle site Expecte