Guest Guest_Sherry Posted April 14, 2005 Report Share Posted April 14, 2005 Hello, Does anyone out there know/understand anything about the E.L.I.S.A. blood testing? What I do know is this is a blood test for delayed food reactions (allergies) which I am hoping to have my 12 year old daughter tested for. Her tics are terrible. She is currently taking 0.1 and 1/2 clonidine at night to aid in her sleep as sleep is something that does NOT come easy for her. I have been speaking to her Ped. with regard to this blood test however, he does not know anything about what I am asking for. I don't know where to turn from here. We have been to about 8 different doctors and my daughter is soooooo tired from all of the different visits - especially when there appears to be no help for her. I am hoping that if I can explain this correctly to my Ped., that he will then order the correct test. Also, what test do I need to ask for with respect to environmental causes, mercury, lead etc? Please e-mail me at lhot1@msn.com. I have been on the phone this a.m. with her doctor who is a terrific one and will help in anything he can so I need to be certain to ask for the correct tests. Thanks for all the great information that you provide. Thank you, Sherry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claire Posted April 14, 2005 Report Share Posted April 14, 2005 Sherry, Glad you found a great doctor!! Yippee! www.elisaact.com --the test you are talking about is called the 'Comprehensive Analyses' for $600, as opposed to just the foods for $300. The number refers to the of items they test for in eachcategory Food 234 (includes GLUTEN, CASEIN and SALICYLATES!) Environmental Chemical 60 Mold 28 (includes candida albicans) \ Additive/Preservative 27 Food Coloring 14 Toxic Mineral/Metal 12 TOTAL 375 items tested http://www.elisaact.com/test/pdfs/EAB_Combos_NonHP.pdf If she is ordering a blood test, I also recommend the www.spectracell.com FIA 5000 blood test for $195. It will tell you both vitamin and antioxidant deficiencies. In some ways, I think the antioxidant deficiencies are almost a 'marker' for the detox/immune issues. Be sure to have your child drink lots of water the day before and day of (helps the blood draw). Also, they sell topical anesthetics for the needle over the counter now. Please let us know the results... Claire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Posted April 15, 2005 Report Share Posted April 15, 2005 I would second what Claire has stated. I have had my son take those type of tests as well and used the results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KJS Posted April 25, 2005 Report Share Posted April 25, 2005 Claire, Thank you for posting the breakdown of the tests through ELISA and Spectracell. It sounds like you recommend doing the whole battery at once, yes? Is it only one blood draw for all, with samples sent to both places? Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claire Posted April 25, 2005 Report Share Posted April 25, 2005 Hi Karen, Yes, it is only one blood draw (the needle goes in once and fills multiple tubes) that is why I recommend both at once. I hate to keep bringing a child back for blood. I think that for most here who already avoid chemicals, preservatives, molds and artificial ingredients, the $300 food sensitivity test is sufficient, vs the $600 comprehensive one. Claire Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Guest Posted April 25, 2005 Report Share Posted April 25, 2005 As usual, Claire, your advice is much appreciated. Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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