also known as Penicillin G IgE Ab in Serum by Radioallergosorbent test (RAST)
This IgE antibody allergy test uses a blood sample to determine if you are allergic to Penicillin G (also known as the antibiotic drug Benzylpenicillin or Penicilloyl G).Penicillin G is a common antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as strep, staph, diphtheria, meningitis, gonorrhea, and syphilis. It is considered a natural penicillin and is typically administered via injection. Common side effects of the penicillin injection include:Injection site painMuscle spasmsMild skin reactionsHivesChillsFeverSwellingJoint painFatigueUpset stomachSimilarly, symptoms of a penicillin g allergy include:HivesItchingSkin rashFeverSwellingShortness of breathWheezingRunny noseItchy, watery eyesAnaphylaxisBecause of how similar the common side effects are to allergic reactions, it's easy to see why research shows that penicillin allergies are often over-reported. The belief in a penicillin allergy can lead to the use of less-effective and/or more expensive drugs. That's why it's so important to know for certain if you have an allergy to penicillin g or if you've merely experienced common side effects. If you do have a penicillin g allergy, it may be best that you avoid all drugs within the immediate penicillin family, including amoxicillin, ampicillin, amoxicillin-clavulanate, dicloxacillin, nafcillin, and piperacillin-tazobactam.Some of the risk factors that may make you more susceptible to having a penicillin allergy include: A history of allergiesA family history of penicillin allergyBeing exposed to high or prolonged doses of penicillinHaving an auto-immune infection such as HIV or Epstein-Barr VirusAt HealthLabs.com, we offer a virtually pain-free blood test to check for allergies. With over 4,500 labs nationwide, you'll be sure to find one close to you!Our process is simple:Order your testVisit a lab near youReceive results in 1 - 2 business daysWith us, you don't need appointments, insurance, or paperwork, which are all a part of what make HealthLabs.com the best option for allergy tests!