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Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass Pollen in Connecticut

Below is a plain-language overview of the common reed allergy test – grass pollen. This blood test helps identify if you may have an allergic reaction to common reed grass and its pollen.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$49
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

This test measures your body's immune response to common reed grass by detecting specific IgE antibodies in your blood. Elevated levels may indicate an allergy.

What it measures

  • Common Reed Grass (Phalaris arundinacea) IgE — reflects sensitivity to common reed grass

What the test involves

A healthcare professional will collect a small blood sample, typically from a vein in your arm. This sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians often order this test when a patient experiences symptoms suggestive of an allergy to grasses, especially during certain seasons. It can help pinpoint the specific allergen causing the reaction.

Preparation

You do not typically need to prepare for this test. However, always follow any specific instructions provided by the laboratory or your healthcare provider.

How results are reported

Results are usually available within a few business days and will indicate the presence and level of specific IgE antibodies. Reference ranges can vary between laboratories.

Before you go

  • How to prepare for the blood draw
  • When to expect results
  • If fasting is required

Cities

Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass Pollen in Connecticut communities

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Bridgeport975,078Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenHartford907,046Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNew Haven587,648Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNorwich201,726Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWaterbury199,552Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDanbury177,722Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenStamford134,820Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNorwalk90,821Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNew Britain74,022Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenMeriden60,790Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBristol60,733Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWest Haven55,518Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenMilford city 50,694Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenMiddletown47,164Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenShelton40,944Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenTorrington35,447Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNaugatuck31,586Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNew London27,585Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWallingford Center19,211Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenAnsonia18,945Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWillimantic18,150Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenStorrs16,784Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDerby12,387Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenTrumbull Center10,468Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenKensington9,626Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOakville9,507Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenConning Towers Nautilus Park9,479Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSandy Hook9,406Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenRiverside9,133Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenLong Hill8,307Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenGlastonbury Center8,187Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenThompsonville8,134Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSouthwood Acres7,875Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenRockville7,612Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNew Canaan7,399Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenStaples7,125Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCos Cob7,089Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOld Greenwich6,929Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWinsted6,662Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNorthford6,117Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSimsbury Center6,072Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenHazardville6,070Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCheshire Village6,006Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBranford Center5,934Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDaniels Farm5,764Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSherwood Manor5,710Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNoroton5,682Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenPawcatuck5,383Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenLake Pocotopaug5,124Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenTerryville5,110Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenByram4,994Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenLong Hill4,645Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenQuinnipiac University4,614Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenStafford Springs4,611Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenMystic4,354Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenEast Village4,250Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenHeritage Village4,232Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDanielson4,146Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBroad Brook4,145Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOronoque3,790Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass Pollen