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Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass Pollen in Illinois

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 Illinois communities

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Chicago8,595,181Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenRockford289,763Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenRound Lake Beach287,012Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenPeoria255,718Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenAurora183,447Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSpringfield162,588Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenChampaign153,278Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenJoliet150,323Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNaperville149,013Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBloomington134,357Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenElgin114,156Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWaukegan89,751Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDecatur88,002Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCicero84,905Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenAlton83,705Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenKankakee82,095Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenEvanston78,454Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSchaumburg78,053Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenArlington Heights77,283Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBolingbrook73,807Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenPalatine67,754Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenSkokie67,444Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDeKalb66,624Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCarbondale66,482Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDes Plaines60,413Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOrland Park58,622Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOak Lawn58,032Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBerwyn56,960Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenMount Prospect56,510Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenTinley Park55,988Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOak Park54,100Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWheaton53,762Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNormal53,446Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenHoffman Estates52,153Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenDowners Grove50,209Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenGlenview48,150Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenElmhurst45,661Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenLombard44,311Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenPlainfield44,296Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBuffalo Grove43,062Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenMoline42,660Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBelleville42,463Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenBartlett41,126Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenRomeoville40,099Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCrystal Lake40,082Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCarol Stream39,895Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenStreamwood39,736Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenQuincy39,687Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenPark Ridge39,562Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenUrbana39,189Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWheeling39,104Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCarpentersville37,940Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenHanover Park37,545Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenRock Island37,519Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenCalumet City36,065Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenAddison35,999Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenNorthbrook35,108Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenOswego34,324Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenWoodridge34,161Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass PollenGlendale Heights33,443Common Reed Allergy Test – Grass Pollen