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Every result includes a professional assessment from a BIG-registered doctor. For treatment decisions, discuss your results with your GP.

Allergy & Intolerance

Nut Panel (fx1)

The Nut Panel (fx1) screens for nut and peanut sensitisation. For women, knowing nut allergy status is important for pregnancy nutrition and family meal planning.

What It Measures

This panel measures combined specific IgE antibodies against peanut, hazelnut, Brazil nut, almond, and coconut. A positive result indicates sensitisation to at least one nut.

Why It Matters

Nut allergies are a leading cause of food-related anaphylaxis. Identifying sensitisation is essential for safety planning, allergen avoidance, and emergency preparedness.

When to Test

Consider this test if you have experienced allergic symptoms after eating nuts, have other food allergies, or want screening before introducing nuts into a diet.

Lifestyle Tips

If nut allergy is confirmed, strict avoidance is essential. Read all food labels, be aware of cross-contamination, inform restaurants, and carry prescribed adrenaline auto-injectors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is peanut allergy the same as tree nut allergy?

No. Peanuts are legumes, not tree nuts. However, many people with peanut allergy are also sensitised to tree nuts.

Can nut allergies be outgrown?

Most persist into adulthood. About 20% of children with peanut allergy may outgrow it, but this should be confirmed by an allergist.

Why is coconut included?

Coconut is technically a tree nut and cross-reactivity can occur, though coconut allergy is less common.