Lab test

Berry Allergy Testing - Strawberry, Avocado

The Berry Allergy Test Panel measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against five fruits often grouped together as berries: strawberry, avocado, blueberry, raspberry, and cranberry.

Typical price

From $159

Results

1-3 business days

Preparation

See preparation notes below

Sample

Blood draw or sample collection at a local center

The Berry Allergy Test Panel measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against five fruits often grouped together as berries: strawberry, avocado, blueberry, raspberry, and cranberry. Avocado is included in this panel even though it is botanically a fruit rather than a true berry. A single blood draw screens all five at once, which is useful when symptoms such as itching, hives, or swelling occur after eating these foods but the specific trigger is unclear. It can also support evaluation of pollen-related food reactions.

• Strawberry-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to strawberry proteins.
• Avocado-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies directed against avocado allergens.
• Blueberry-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that bind to blueberry proteins.
• Raspberry-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that recognise raspberry proteins.
• Cranberry-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to cranberry proteins.

• People who notice itching, hives, or swelling after eating berries or avocado.
• Individuals with pollen allergies and related oral symptoms after fresh fruit.
• Anyone who has had a suspected food reaction and wants to identify a trigger.
• People managing a known fruit allergy who want to broaden their allergen profile.
• Caregivers investigating reactions in children after eating berries.

• No fasting is required.
• Continue your usual medications unless a healthcare provider advises otherwise.
• Pause antihistamines before testing only if your provider instructs you to, as they may affect some allergy results.
• Keep a note of which fruits and symptoms you have experienced to aid interpretation.

Results list a separate IgE level for strawberry, avocado, blueberry, raspberry, and cranberry. A higher level may suggest sensitisation to that fruit, while a low or undetectable level makes allergy less likely. IgE results cannot confirm a diagnosis on their own or predict reaction severity, because some sensitised people never have symptoms. Your healthcare provider will interpret the panel with your history. Discuss any positive or unexpected result with a healthcare provider before removing foods from your diet.

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