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Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect Allergies in Maryland

This page explains the horsefly allergy test – insect allergies, what it measures, and how to order it. This blood test helps identify an allergy to horseflies, which are known for their painful bites.

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 horsefly allergens. It detects specific IgE antibodies in your blood that are produced when exposed to horsefly proteins.

What it measures

  • Horsefly (Hymenoptera) IgE — detects antibodies related to horsefly allergy

What the test involves

A standard blood draw is required for this test. A healthcare professional will collect a small sample of your blood, typically from a vein in your arm.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians may order this test if you experience reactions after being bitten by horseflies. It can help confirm if horsefly exposure is the cause of your symptoms.

Preparation

Follow any specific instructions provided by the laboratory where your blood will be drawn. Generally, no special preparation is needed for this type of allergy test.

How results are reported

Results indicate the presence or absence of specific IgE antibodies to horsefly allergens. Reference ranges for interpretation are specific to each laboratory.

Before you go

  • Test name and specific allergens tested
  • Fasting or dietary requirements
  • How to schedule your blood draw

Cities

Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect Allergies in Maryland communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Baltimore2,205,092Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesBel Air South222,834Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesHagerstown194,602Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesFrederick175,032Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesWaldorf119,442Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesSalisbury108,982Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesColumbia105,086Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesGermantown90,235Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesSilver Spring82,472Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesEllicott City74,432Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesEldersburg70,639Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesGlen Burnie69,739Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesGaithersburg68,827Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesRockville67,095Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesDundalk66,426Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesBethesda66,294Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesTowson59,014Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesBowie58,113Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesSevern53,955Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesAspen Hill53,850Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesWheaton51,836Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesNorth Bethesda50,695Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesPotomac46,891Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesOdenton43,488Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesCatonsville42,789Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesWoodlawn42,053Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesEssex40,710Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesAnnapolis40,581Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesClinton39,925Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesSeverna Park39,108Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesChillum36,428Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesOlney35,815Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesRandallstown35,641Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesOwings Mills35,170Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesCollege Park34,961Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesMontgomery Village34,489Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesPikesville33,549Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesPasadena31,583Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesBel Air North30,969Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesParkville30,783Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesMilford Mill30,685Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesMiddle River30,606Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesCarney29,873Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesCrofton29,812Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesLaurel29,438Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesPerry Hall29,165Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesSouth Laurel27,998Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesReisterstown27,917Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesIlchester27,513Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesClarksburg27,354Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesLochearn26,995Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesSuitland26,375Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesFort Washington25,840Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesFairland25,324Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesArnold25,056Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesEdgewood25,004Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesGreenbelt24,602Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesLandover24,508Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesNorth Potomac24,449Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect AllergiesNorth Laurel24,233Horsefly Allergy Test – Insect Allergies