Allergen, Individual-Animal Cat Dander E1

The Allergen, Individual-Animal Cat Dander E1 test is a home-collected laboratory assay that detects specific IgE antibodies to cat dander (primarily Fel d 1), identifying immune sensitisation to cat allergens. A small blood sample is collected at your home by a trained phlebotomist and analysed in an accredited laboratory to deliver quantitative IgE results with an interpreted sensitisation class. Results support clinicians and patients across Dubai and the UAE in tailoring avoidance strategies, symptomatic treatment and considering allergy immunotherapy where appropriate.

• Cat dander specific IgE (Fel d 1)
• Specific IgE concentration (kU/L)
• Sensitisation class (0–6)
• Qualitative result: Negative / Positive

• Recurrent sneezing, nasal congestion or runny nose around cats
• Wheezing, coughing or asthma flare-ups linked to cat exposure
• Persistent itchy or atopic dermatitis worsening after contact with cats
• Before adopting or bringing a cat into a household with suspected allergy
• To guide consideration of allergen immunotherapy or environmental control measures

• Accurate identification of sensitisation to cat dander (Fel d 1)
• Quantitative results that guide treatment and avoidance strategies
• Convenient at-home sample collection across Dubai and the UAE
• Helps clinicians decide on medications, inhaler plans or referral for immunotherapy
• Clear interpreted report (kU/L and sensitisation class) for easy clinical use

• At-home blood collection by a trained phlebotomist (capillary or venous sample)
• No fasting required prior to sample collection
• Inform the team if you are receiving anti-IgE therapy (e.g., omalizumab) or recent allergen immunotherapy
• Be present at the scheduled Dubai/UAE address with valid ID and accessible sample site