Lab test

Pine Nut (Pignoles) Allergy Test - Seeds

A pine nut-specific IgE blood test measures antibodies the immune system may produce against proteins in pine nuts, also called pignoles.

Typical price

From $49

Results

1-3 business days

Preparation

See preparation notes below

Sample

Blood draw or sample collection at a local center

A pine nut-specific IgE blood test measures antibodies the immune system may produce against proteins in pine nuts, also called pignoles. It is a screening tool for suspected seed or nut allergy rather than a diagnosis on its own. A clinician may order it after a reaction to pine nuts or pesto, as part of a broader food panel, or when symptoms suggest sensitivity to pine nuts and related seeds.

• Pine nut-specific IgE Antibodies produced in response to pine nut proteins, used to assess sensitization.

• Hives, itching, or swelling after eating pine nuts, pesto, or similar foods
• Oral tingling or irritation following pine nut intake
• Throat tightness or breathing symptoms after exposure
• Testing as part of a broader seed or nut allergy panel
• A history of reactions to other seeds or nuts

• No fasting is required for most IgE allergy tests
• Inform the collector about antihistamines or other medications you take
• Drink water before the blood draw to ease collection
• No special diet is needed beforehand

An elevated pine nut-specific IgE level may indicate sensitization to pine nut proteins and can be associated with allergic symptoms, but a positive result alone does not confirm a clinical allergy. A low or undetectable level makes allergy less likely without ruling it out. A healthcare provider should interpret the result together with your symptoms and history.

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