Best Allergy & Food Sensitivity Tests — 2026

Cerascreen Allergy Test Basic is the best value comprehensive allergy test, covering 20 allergens including the most common environmental and food triggers. ISO 15189 accredited with quantitative IgE levels. An excellent first step for identifying allergy triggers before seeing an allergist.

Cerascreen Food Allergy Test covers 40 food allergens including all 14 major EU allergens. ISO 15189 accredited with quantitative IgE levels. Important: this test detects IgE-mediated food allergy, not food intolerance (which is IgG-mediated). A positive result should be confirmed by an allergist.

Medichecks Allergy Screen provides total IgE plus 10 specific allergens with the fastest turnaround and doctor review. Total IgE is valuable as it indicates overall atopic tendency. Best for UK users who want fast allergy screening.

Cerascreen Food Intolerance Test measures IgG antibodies to 40 foods. Important caveat: IgG food testing is not clinically validated for diagnosing food intolerance. Major allergy societies (EAACI, BSACI) advise against using IgG tests for this purpose. IgG may simply reflect food exposure. Results should be interpreted cautiously.

Cerascreen Lactose Intolerance Test is a genetic test for the LCT gene variant — the most accurate way to diagnose primary lactose intolerance. Unlike breath tests or elimination diets, a genetic test gives a definitive, lifelong result. ISO 15189 accredited.

Cerascreen Coeliac Disease Test measures tTG-IgA — the primary screening marker for coeliac disease — alongside total IgA to detect IgA deficiency. ISO 15189 accredited with 95% sensitivity. Important: must be eating gluten for at least 6 weeks before testing. A positive result requires endoscopy for diagnosis.

PRIMA Pollen Allergy Rapid Test provides an instant qualitative result for the three main pollen types in 15 minutes. CE marked and affordable. A positive result should prompt a full specific IgE panel to identify the exact pollen triggers.

Cerascreen Pet Allergy Test measures specific IgE to the major allergen components of cat, dog, and horse — the three most common pet allergens. ISO 15189 accredited with quantitative results. Useful for people who suspect pet allergies or are considering getting a pet.

Cerascreen Mould Allergy Test measures IgE to the 4 most clinically relevant mould allergens. ISO 15189 accredited. Mould allergy is often overlooked — it can cause year-round symptoms and is associated with severe asthma. Important for users with perennial allergy symptoms.

Cerascreen Allergy Complete is the most comprehensive home allergy test available, measuring IgE to 100+ allergens using technology comparable to clinical ImmunoCAP testing. ISO 15189 accredited. The best choice for users with complex, unidentified allergy triggers.