Allergic asthma is a chronic respiratory condition where airways become inflamed and narrowed in response to specific allergens, causing wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath. It is caused by elevated immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies that trigger allergic reactions to substances like dust mites, pet dander, pollen, and mold spores. The IgE blood test is the most important test for diagnosing allergic asthma because it measures total IgE levels that indicate allergic responses.
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Allergic asthma is caused by an overreaction of the immune system to specific allergens, triggering the release of immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies. Common triggers include dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae and Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus), pet dander from cats and dogs, cockroach droppings, mold spores like Alternaria alternata, tree pollens (maple, elm, walnut), grass pollens (Timothy grass), and weed pollens (Scotch Broom). When you breathe in these allergens, IgE antibodies attach to immune cells and cause them to release histamine and other chemicals that inflame and narrow your airways, leading to asthma symptoms like wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
The IgE blood test is the most important test for allergic asthma because it measures total immunoglobulin E levels in your blood, the antibody directly responsible for allergic reactions that trigger airway inflammation. To identify your specific triggers, comprehensive regional allergy panels are essential, such as the Respiratory Allergy Panel Region III for Georgia, northern Florida, and South Carolina, or the Respiratory Allergy Profile Region I for the northeastern United States. These panels test for common allergens like cat dander, dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae and pteronyssinus), mold spores, and regional pollens. For people with specific exposures, targeted tests like the Chicken Droppings IgE test or Allergen Specific IgE Scotch Broom can pinpoint exact triggers, allowing you and your doctor to develop personalized avoidance strategies and treatment plans.
You should get tested if you experience wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, or shortness of breath that worsens around pets, during certain seasons, or in dusty environments. Testing is especially important if you notice your breathing problems get worse at night or early morning, if you have a family history of allergies or asthma, or if your symptoms interfere with daily activities like exercise or sleep. If you work in environments with regular exposure to animals, poultry, or outdoor allergens and develop respiratory symptoms, allergy testing can identify workplace triggers. Early testing helps prevent asthma attacks and long-term lung damage by identifying specific allergens you can avoid.
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