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IGP brings over 20 years of trusted private healthcare experience in Wales, delivering comprehensive testing and health screening services in our HIW-registered clinics through experienced clinical professionals. We provide accurate, clinically-led tests and preventative health screens in real medical settings, open six days a week, with a dedicated team supporting you from initial consultation through to results, follow-up, and ongoing care where required.

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ALEX³ Allergy Testing

Private allergy Testing clinics in Cardiff, Carmarthen & Newport.

iGP's ALEX³ Allergy test is a comprehensive, next-generation blood test that analyses up to 300 Allergens and total IgE from a single blood sample. The test identifies specific allergen components to distinguish genuine sensitisations from cross-reactivity. It screens for hundreds of common allergens, including foods, pollens, animals, dust mites, moulds, and other environmental triggers. This test is ideal for anyone experiencing ongoing allergy symptoms, as it provides clear, detailed results to help guide treatment, avoidance strategies, and further clinical advice.

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ALEX³ Alergy Test

Appointment Information: The ALEX³ test only requires a small blood sample, which is collected by an iGP nurse. The sample is then sent to our lab for processing.

Suitability: Only suitable for adults and children over the age of 8 years. This test is not suitable for testing food intolerance.

£349

Results: 7 days

Full Allergen List

Do you have any questions?

We want to ensure you have all the information you need before booking your appointment. If you have any questions or would like help with booking, you can contact us on 03456 252 252 or use the online chat feature in the bottom right of your screen. Our team are happy to help.

Private Testing - Allergy testing

What's included?

The ALEX³ Allergy Test includes a comprehensive panel of environmental and food allergens that may contribute to allergic symptoms. These allergens are grouped below by category to help illustrate the wide range of substances the test can assess, including pollens, dust mites, animal dander, moulds, foods, and other potential triggers.

Pollens

Grass Pollen

  • Bahia grass
  • Bermuda grass
  • Common reed
  • Maize pollen
  • Rye pollen
  • Timothy grass

Tree Pollen

  • Acacia
  • Alder
  • Arizona cypress
  • Ash
  • Cypress
  • London plane tree
  • Mountain cedar
  • Oak
  • Olive
  • Paper mulberry
  • Silver birch
  • Sugi
  • Tree of heaven
  • Walnut

Weed Pollen

  • Hemp
  • Lamb's quarter
  • Mugwort
  • Pigweed
  • Ragweed
  • Ribwort
  • Russian thistle
  • Wall pellitory
Mites & Insects

House Dust Mites & Storage Mites

  • Acarus siro
  • American house dust mite
  • Blomia tropicalis
  • European house dust mite
  • Glycyphagus domesticus
  • Lepidoglyphus destructor
  • Tyrophagus putrescentiae

Cockroach

  • American cockroach
  • German cockroach

Ant, Bee, Wasp & Hornet

  • Bald-faced hornet
  • Common wasp
  • Fire ant
  • Honey bee
  • Paper wasp
Animals

Pets

  • Cat
  • Djungarian hamster
  • Dog
  • Dog urine (incl. Can f 5)
  • Golden hamster
  • Guinea pig
  • Mouse
  • Rabbit
  • Rat

Farm Animals

  • Cattle
  • Goat
  • Horse
  • Pig
Moulds, Yeast & Environmental Allergens

Fungal Spores & Yeast

  • Alternaria alternata
  • Aspergillus fumigatus
  • Cladosporium herbarum
  • Malassezia sympodialis
  • Penicilium chrysogenum
Plant-Based Foods

Fruits

  • Apple
  • Avocado
  • Banana
  • Cherry
  • Coconut
  • Fig
  • Grape
  • Kiwi
  • Mango
  • Muskmelon
  • Papaya
  • Peach
  • Pear
  • Strawberry

Grains

  • Barley
  • Buckwheat
  • Cultivated rye
  • Lupine seed
  • Maize
  • Millet
  • Oat
  • Quinoa
  • Spelt
  • Wheat

Legumes

  • Chickpea
  • Lentil
  • Pea
  • Peanut
  • Pine nut
  • Soy

Nuts & Seeds

  • Almond
  • Brazil nut
  • Cashew
  • Hazelnut
  • Macadamia
  • Pecan
  • Pistachio
  • Poppy seed
  • Pumpkin seed
  • Sesame
  • Sunflower seed
  • Walnut

Spices

  • Mustard

Vegetables

  • Celery
  • Garlic
  • Onion
  • Potato
  • Tomato
Animal-Based Foods

Egg

  • Egg white
  • Egg yolk

Fish & Seafood

  • Anisakis simplex
  • Atlantic cod
  • Atlantic mackerel
  • Black tiger shrimp
  • Brown shrimp
  • Carp
  • Crab
  • Giant freshwater prawn
  • Herring
  • Lobster
  • Northern prawn
  • Salmon
  • Shrimp
  • Squid
  • Swordfish
  • Thornback ray
  • Tuna
  • Venus clam
  • Whiteleg shrimp

Meat

  • Beef
  • Chicken
  • Horse
  • House cricket
  • Lamb
  • Mealworm
  • Migratory locust
  • Pork
  • Rabbit
  • Turkey

Milk

  • Camel's milk
  • Cow's milk
  • Goat's milk
  • Mare's milk
  • Sheep's milk
Other Allergens
  • Hom s Lactoferrin
  • Latex
  • Pigeon tick
  • Red meat
  • Weeping fig
Allergy Testing - How does it work?

How does it work?

Simply book your appointment online or by contacting us directly. At the time of booking, you will be emailed a pre-appointment questionnaire, which you can complete online. You will then visit an iGP clinic for your blood test (and physical examination if appropriate). Suitable for those over 8 years of age.

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Book your Alex Allergy Testing appointment online or by calling 03456252252.

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You will receive an email and SMS with appointment details.

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Attend your appointment with an iGP clinician, where we will take health observations and samples.

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Your report will be shared with you via our secure online portal within 7 days.

How will I get my results?

Following your appointment you will receive a comprehensive electronic report clearly detailing all your test results, your sensitivity levels and the implications. Test result reports are shared via our secure patient portal.

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How Can We Help?

Frequently Asked Questions

Before undertaking the ALEX³ Allergy Test, you may have questions about how the test works and what to expect. To help you understand the process, we have compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked questions. If you require any further information, please contact us directly on 03456 252 252.

What is the ALEX³ Allergy Test?

The ALEX³ Allergy Test is an advanced blood test that checks for a wide range of allergies using a single sample. It measures specific IgE antibodies to hundreds of allergens, helping identify what may be triggering your symptoms.

What does the ALEX³ test check for?

The ALEX³ test screens for common environmental allergens such as pollen, dust mites, moulds, and animal dander, as well as a wide range of food allergens. It also includes detailed component testing, which can help distinguish between mild sensitivities and higher-risk allergies. A full list of included allergens is available in the example results below.

Who is the ALEX³ Allergy Test suitable for?

The ALEX³ test is suitable for adults and children over 8 years of age who experience symptoms suspected to be allergy related. It may also be helpful if you have ongoing symptoms but are unsure of the underlying cause.

Do I need to stop antihistamines before the test?

No. As the ALEX³ test is a blood test, you do not need to stop taking antihistamines before your appointment.

How is the ALEX³ Allergy Test performed?

The test is carried out using a simple blood sample taken by a qualified clinician. The sample is then sent to a specialist laboratory for analysis, and results are provided once testing is complete.

How many samples are required?

Only one blood sample is required to test for the full panel of allergens included in the ALEX³ test.

How long does it take to receive results?

Results are typically available within 7 working days. Once available, your results will be shared with you securely through our patient portal.

What happens after I receive my results?

Your results will show which allergens you may be reacting to and the strength of the response. If required, we can provide advice on next steps, including avoidance strategies, treatment options, or referral to an allergy specialist. A follow-up appointment is not included with the test.

Important Information

What if I need to cancel?

If you cancel your appointment 24 hours before it starts, then you will receive a full refund. However, If you cancel your appointment within the 24 hour period before the appointment is due, then you will be liable to pay the cost of the consultation. If you do need to reschedule please contact us as soon as possible.

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