Lab test

Standard "Should I Be Vegan" Testing

The Standard "Should I Be Vegan" Test is a blood panel that measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against a broad set of common animal-derived food allergens, including egg, milk, fish, shellfish, and several meats.

Typical price

From $299

Results

1-3 business days

Preparation

See preparation notes below

Sample

Blood draw or sample collection at a local center

The Standard "Should I Be Vegan" Test is a blood panel that measures immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies against a broad set of common animal-derived food allergens, including egg, milk, fish, shellfish, and several meats. It is designed to show which animal-based foods your immune system recognises, which may be useful information when considering a plant-based diet. The panel does not make dietary decisions for you; it simply provides information. Results are interpreted with your symptoms and preferences, and are best discussed with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

• Egg White-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to egg white proteins.
• Egg Yolk-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to egg yolk proteins.
• Cow's Milk-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to cow's milk proteins.
• Casein-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to casein, a milk protein.
• Whey-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to whey, a milk protein.
• Cod Fish-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to cod fish proteins.
• Salmon-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to salmon proteins.
• Shrimp-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to shrimp proteins.
• Crab-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to crab proteins.
• Beef-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to beef proteins.
• Pork-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to pork proteins.
• Chicken-specific IgE Measures IgE antibodies that react to chicken proteins.

• People considering a vegan or plant-based diet who want to know their animal-food sensitivities.
• Individuals who already avoid some animal products and want to check others.
• People with suspected food allergies who want a broad animal-derived screen.
• Anyone whose provider has recommended allergy testing before dietary changes.
• People who want information to discuss with a dietitian or healthcare provider.

• 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.
• List the animal-derived foods you currently eat and any symptoms you have noticed.

The report lists a separate IgE level for each animal-derived food on the panel, including egg, milk, fish, shellfish, and meats. A raised level may indicate sensitization to that food, while a low or undetectable level makes allergy less likely. A positive result does not mean the food must be avoided, and a negative result does not guarantee tolerance. Because this testing reflects antibody binding rather than clinical reactivity, it is only one input when planning a plant-based diet. Discuss the results with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian before making major dietary changes.

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