# Ragweed, Giant

> This test measures specific antibodies in your blood that the immune system produces in response to Giant Ragweed pollen. It helps show whether you are sensitive to this plant, which is a frequent cause of seasonal hay fever symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyes. This information helps doctors determine if ragweed is the specific trigger for your reactions rather than other plants or viruses. However, this test alone cannot predict the severity of an allergic reaction or diagnose other respiratory conditions.

- Labcorp code: 602964
- Category: [Allergies & Sensitivities](https://app.picardo.health/labs/tests/allergies-sensitivities.md)
- Price: shown at checkout, before payment.
- Blood draw: free at a Labcorp location, or $75.00 at home.
- Order link: https://app.picardo.health/labs/order?tests=602964&ref=assistant

## About ordering

A licensed physician reviews every order before any test is run, and results arrive in the person's Picardo account. Ordering is open to adults 18 and over in the US, except New York, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Massachusetts, Hawaii and Maine. General health information, not medical advice.