Coffee allergy is an immune system reaction to proteins found in coffee beans that causes symptoms ranging from skin rashes to digestive problems. It is caused by the immune system producing IgG or IgE antibodies against specific proteins in coffee, particularly the f221 allergen. The Food Specific IgG Allergy (Adult) Panel is the most important test for diagnosing coffee allergy because it measures immune antibody responses to coffee and other potential food triggers.
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Coffee allergy is caused by your immune system mistakenly identifying proteins in coffee beans as harmful invaders and producing antibodies to fight them. The main culprit is a specific protein allergen designated as f221, which triggers the production of IgG or IgE antibodies. When you drink coffee, these antibodies recognize the coffee proteins and activate immune cells that release histamine and other inflammatory chemicals, leading to allergic symptoms. Unlike caffeine sensitivity, which is a metabolic issue, true coffee allergy is an immune-mediated reaction to the actual proteins in the coffee bean.
The Food Specific IgG Allergy (Adult) Panel is the most important test for coffee allergy because it specifically measures IgG antibodies to coffee protein f221 along with dozens of other potential food allergens. This comprehensive blood test detects delayed allergic reactions that can occur hours or even days after drinking coffee, which traditional skin prick tests often miss. The panel measures your immune system's IgG response to coffee proteins, and elevated levels indicate your body is mounting an immune reaction that could explain ongoing symptoms like skin rashes, stomach cramps, headaches, or respiratory issues. This test is particularly valuable because coffee allergy often occurs alongside other food sensitivities, and the panel can identify multiple triggers in a single blood draw.
You should get tested if you consistently experience symptoms like skin rashes, hives, stomach cramps, diarrhea, bloating, headaches, or respiratory problems within hours or days after drinking coffee. Testing is especially important if you notice these symptoms improve when you avoid coffee but return when you start drinking it again. You should also consider testing if you have unexplained chronic symptoms that don't respond to treatment, a family history of food allergies, or if you have other known food sensitivities. Getting tested can help you identify whether coffee is truly the problem or if other foods in your diet are causing your symptoms.
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