Lab test

Spinach Allergy Test - Food Allergies

A spinach-specific IgE blood test detects antibodies the immune system may produce against proteins in spinach.

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 spinach-specific IgE blood test detects antibodies the immune system may produce against proteins in spinach. It is a screening tool for suspected food allergy, not a diagnosis by itself. A clinician may order it after a reaction to spinach, as part of a broader vegetable or food panel, or when symptoms suggest sensitivity to spinach or related leafy greens.

• Spinach-specific IgE Antibodies produced in response to spinach proteins, used to assess sensitization.

• Hives, itching, or swelling after eating spinach
• Digestive symptoms following spinach or leafy green intake
• Oral tingling after fresh or cooked spinach
• Testing as part of a broader vegetable or food allergy panel
• A history of reactions to related plants such as beet or quinoa

• No fasting is required for most IgE allergy tests
• Tell the collector about antihistamines or other medications you take
• Stay hydrated before the blood draw
• No special diet is needed beforehand

An elevated spinach-specific IgE level may indicate sensitization to spinach 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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