Ragweed allergy is a seasonal allergic reaction that affects millions of people during late summer and fall when ragweed plants release pollen into the air. It is caused by an immune system overreaction to ragweed pollen proteins, triggering the production of IgE and IgG antibodies that cause inflammation and allergy symptoms. The Allergen Specific IgG Western Ragweed test is the most important test for diagnosis because it directly measures antibodies specific to ragweed pollen.
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Ragweed allergy is caused by an overactive immune response to pollen proteins released by ragweed plants, primarily during late summer and fall. When you breathe in ragweed pollen, your immune system mistakenly identifies it as a harmful invader and produces IgE and IgG antibodies to fight it. This immune reaction triggers the release of histamine and other inflammatory chemicals in your body, leading to the classic allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and throat irritation.
The Allergen Specific IgG Western Ragweed test is the most important test for ragweed allergy because it directly measures IgG antibodies your immune system produces specifically in response to western ragweed pollen. This targeted test provides definitive confirmation that ragweed is triggering your symptoms, rather than other allergens that might be present during the same season. If you live in specific regions or want to test for multiple allergens at once, regional Respiratory Allergy Panels are also excellent options because they screen for ragweed along with other common environmental allergens in your geographic area, helping you identify all potential triggers affecting your health.
You should get tested if you experience sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy and watery eyes, or scratchy throat consistently during late summer through fall, typically from August to November. Testing is especially important if over-the-counter allergy medications are not providing relief, if your symptoms interfere with your daily activities or sleep, or if you want to confirm ragweed as the specific cause before starting immunotherapy or prescription treatments. Getting tested helps you know exactly what you are allergic to so you can avoid triggers and choose the most effective treatment plan.
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