Allergy testing Results: Results are given reactive/ non-reactive with identification of 8 different specific food allergen for both IgE and IgG.  Reactive/Non-reactive IgE and IgG for the following food allergens: wheat, barley, oats, corn, molasses, soy, yeast, alfalfa Sample 2 mL serum or 4 mL - blood - serum tube   Turnaround time 10  working days   Why test? Equine allergies are common and can affect any breed, age or sex of horse. Symptoms involving the skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems can occur for a number of reasons with the diagnosis of allergy being made by systematically ruling out other common conditions. Once diagnosed, knowing what allergens your horse is sensitive to allows you to manage their condition in a way that is specific to their individual needs. Key points: Rapid and easy identification of potential offending allergens Non-invasive and not influenced by most medications Standardised procedure with excellent reproducibility

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Why Test? Seasonal allergic reactions in horses can affect the skin, respiratory tract, and even digestion. Identifying specific sensitivities to pollens — such as grasses, weeds, and trees — is crucial for effective long-term management and avoiding unnecessary treatments. Horses of any breed, age, or sex can be affected, often with symptoms that peak during spring and summer. Key Benefits Precise allergen identification: Based on specific IgE response HERBU scoring system: Results reported on a 0–5 scale for clinical clarity Minimally invasive: Requires only a blood sample — no sedation, shaving, or intradermal injections Highly reproducible: Standardized and validated laboratory method Fast turnaround: Results ready in 2 to 7 working days What’s Tested? The test covers three key allergen classes relevant to seasonal exposures. Results are IgE-specific, avoiding cross-reactivity with IgG or CCDs. 🌱 Grasses and Crops Poa pratensis (Kentucky bluegrass)  Phleum pratense (Timothy grass)  Cynodon dactylon (Bermuda grass)  Festuca pratensis (Meadow fescue)  Sorghum halepense (Johnson grass)  Secale cereale (Rye)  Dactylis glomerata (Orchard grass)  Artemisia vulgaris (Mugwort)  🌿 Weeds Chenopodium album (Lamb’s quarters)  Plantago lanceolata (Plantain)  Rumex crispus (Curly dock)  🌳 Trees Betula populifolia (Gray birch) Salix caprea (Goat willow)  Corylus avellana (Hazel)  Fagus sylvatica (Beech)  🧪 Sample Requirements 2 mL serumor 4 mL whole blood (serum tube) ⏱️ Turnaround Time 2 to 7 working days 🧬 About the Results Results are expressed using the HERBU score (0–600) Each allergen is classified into clinical reactivity classes (0–5) IgE-specific testing avoids cross-reactions with IgG or irrelevant allergens Supports formulation of custom Allergen-Specific Immunotherapy (ASIT) when indicated

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Non-invasive allergy testing to different allergens. Mites and moulds allergens  Results are given as (reactive 0 to 5) for each of the 2 classes of allergens, with identification of the specific allergen in each class.  1 - Testing for Six different Mite allergens : - Dermatophagoides (D.) farinae - D. pteronyssinus - Tyrophagus putrescentiae - Acarus siro  - Glycophagus domesticus  - Lepidoglyphus destructor PLUS 2 - Testing for different Mould allergens, such as  :  - Alternaria alternata - Aspergillus fumigatus - Aspergillus niger - Cladosporium herbarum  - Epicoccus nigrum - Helmintosporum sativum - Penicillium notatum - Fusarium spp. - Ustilago  - Rhizopus    Sample 5 mL serum or 4 mL of blood collected in a serum tube   Turnaround time 7  working days   Why test? Equine allergies are common and can affect any breed, age or sex of horse. Symptoms involving the skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems can occur for a number of reasons with the diagnosis of allergy being made by systematically ruling out other common conditions. Once diagnosed, knowing what allergens your horse is sensitive to allows you to manage their condition in a way that is specific to their individual needs. Key points: Rapid and easy identification of potential offending allergens Non-invasive and not influenced by most medications Standardised procedure with excellent reproducibility  

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Why Test? Equine allergies are relatively common and can affect horses of any breed, age, or sex. Allergic reactions involving the skin—particularly those associated with insect bites—are a major cause of discomfort. Conditions such as Sweet Itch (Insect Bite Hypersensitivity) are diagnosed by excluding other common causes of pruritus and dermatitis. Once confirmed, identifying the specific insect allergens affecting your horse allows for targeted management and improved quality of life. Key Benefits Fast and accurate identification of relevant insect allergens Non-invasive sample collection Not affected by most medications Highly reproducible and standardized procedure Insects Tested Results are provided for each of the following six insect genera, with reactivity scored from 0 to 5 using the HERBU scoring system:   Genus Species Observation Chrysops spp. Includes multiple species of Chrysops (deer flies) Culex spp. Includes multiple mosquito species of Culex Tabanus spp. Includes multiple horse fly species of Tabanus Stomoxys  calcitrans Stable fly: specific to Stomoxys calcitrans Culicoides spp. includes Culicoides nubeculosus Includes multiple species of Culicoides, notably C. nubeculosus (sweet itch in horses) Blattella germanica Cockroach: specific to Blattella germanica (German cockroach)   Allergen-specific IgE is measured, ensuring precise detection with no cross-reactivity from IgG or CCDs. Sample Requirements 3 mL serum or 6 mL whole blood (in serum tube) Turnaround time 2-7  working days  

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Allergy testing Results: The results are provided as positive/negative results for each of the 6 allergens composed of feathers, hair and skin from 6 species of animals that may cohabit with horses:  1 - cat, 2 - dog, 3 - rabbit, 4 - guinea pig, 5 - parrot, 6 - feather mix Sample 2 mL serum or 4 mL - blood - serum tube   Turnaround time 10  working days   Why test? Equine allergies are common and can affect any breed, age or sex of horse. Symptoms involving the skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems can occur for a number of reasons with the diagnosis of allergy being made by systematically ruling out other common conditions. Once diagnosed, knowing what allergens your horse is sensitive to allows you to manage their condition in a way that is specific to their individual needs. Key points: Rapid and easy identification of potential offending allergens Non-invasive and not influenced by most medications Standardised procedure with excellent reproducibility  

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Allergy testing Results are given as Positive or Negative allergy for each of the 4 classes of allergens, without identification of the specific allergen in each class.  Allergens classes: 1 - Dust mites, 2 - Pollens, 3 - Moulds, 4 - Insects Sample 2 mL serum or 4 mL - blood - serum tube   Turnaround time 5  working days   Why test? Equine allergies are common and can affect any breed, age or sex of horse. Symptoms involving the skin, respiratory and gastrointestinal systems can occur for a number of reasons with the diagnosis of allergy being made by systematically ruling out other common conditions. Once diagnosed, knowing what allergens your horse is sensitive to allows you to manage their condition in a way that is specific to their individual needs. Key points: Rapid and easy identification of potential offending allergens Non-invasive and not influenced by most medications Standardised procedure with excellent reproducibility  

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