Alpha-Lactalbumin Allergy Test | Milk in Arlington Heights, IL
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Order Alpha-Lactalbumin Allergy Test | MilkAn Alpha-Lactalbumin Allergy Test measures IgE antibodies directed at alpha-lactalbumin, a whey protein found in cow's milk and also present in human milk. Because alpha-lactalbumin is one of the most abundant proteins in the whey fraction, it is a common target in milk allergy evaluations.
About Alpha-Lactalbumin Allergy Test | Milk in Arlington Heights
Alpha-lactalbumin is a whey protein and a major component of the liquid portion of milk.
Alpha-lactalbumin is a small, calcium-binding protein that makes up a substantial share of the whey proteins in cow's milk. It is also a component of human milk, which is why exposure and sensitization patterns can differ from those of other milk proteins. In an allergic response, the immune system produces IgE antibodies that recognize specific epitopes on alpha-lactalbumin. When the protein is encountered again, those antibodies can trigger the release of mediators such as histamine from mast cells and basophils.
Symptoms of a milk allergy can involve the skin, gastrointestinal tract, and respiratory system, and may include hives, eczema, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, coughing, or wheezing. Reactions vary widely in severity and timing. An IgE blood test detects the presence of alpha-lactalbumin-specific antibodies and is interpreted alongside a person's clinical history, because sensitization on a test does not always correspond to symptoms.
This test is typically used when a milk allergy is suspected or when a clinician wants to identify the specific milk protein involved. Results are reported as a quantitative IgE level and are most useful when reviewed by a qualified healthcare professional in the context of symptoms, diet, and other test findings. The test does not diagnose lactose intolerance, which is a separate condition involving the digestion of milk sugar rather than an immune response to milk protein.
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