There is a growing body of evidence to support the clinical benefits of eliminating IgG reactive foods from the diet.
In an IgG reaction, the IgG antibodies bind to food antigens creating antibody-antigen complexes. These complexes are normally removed by immune system cells called macrophages. However, if complexes are present in large numbers and the reactive food is still being consumed, the macrophages can’t remove them quickly enough. The food antigen-antibody complexes accumulate and can be deposited in body tissues. Once in tissues, these complexes can trigger inflammation, which may be responsible for a wide variety of symptoms.
LifeLabs FST™ Enhanced+:
Our most comprehensive panel, tests for 211 most common foods, including 80+ foods not available in the Basic panel. This panel is especially popular with patients who eat less meat, wheat and refined sugar. This panel has the potential to identify more foods that you may be intolerant to; thereby providing you more robust information.
PRACTICAL DETAILS
LifeLabs FST IgG Food Sensitivity analysis is conducted via a blood test using:
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Finger Puncture
Using a microtainer available through RMA, a blood sample is collected using a lancet to prick the finger. Full step-by-step collection instructions are provided in the kit for you to collect the blood sample from home.
- Samples are to be shipped directly to the lab by Canada Post
- Turnaround time: 2 weeks
*All test kits MUST be completed within 4 months of date of purchase. If a test kit expires or must be replaced for any reason, administrative fees and lab fees will apply.
