Individual test · Labcorp 602719

Mussel

This test measures the level of specific antibodies in your blood that react to proteins found in mussels. It helps determine if your immune system views mussels as a threat, which is useful if you experience symptoms like hives, swelling, or stomach trouble after eating shellfish. This testing helps distinguish a specific allergy to mussels from other types of shellfish allergies or food sensitivities. However, a positive result does not predict how severe a future allergic reaction might be.