The Gal with Alpha-Gal

Epi 3: Getting Tested

How do I know I have it? Is it all in my head?  A blood test for galactose-alpha-1,3-galactose (alpha-gal) specific IgE (sIgE) is the main test that healthcare providers use to help them diagnose alpha-gal syndrome. In the U.S., this test is available via Viracor Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics. In Europe, it is available via Phadia Thermofisher. Viracor (U.S.) Test Code: 30039 Unless a provider has a contract with Viracor (and few do) they will typically send patients to a commercial lab, like Quest or Labcorp, which sends samples to Viracor to be tested. * Quest Alpha-gal IgE Test Code: 95241 [https://testdirectory.questdiagnostics.com/test/test-detail/95241/galactose-alpha-13-galactose-alpha-gal-ige?cc=MASTER] * Labcorp Alpha-gal IgE Test Code: 806562 [https://td.halfpenny.com/labcorp/duke/testdisplay/806562] (As of 12/13/21 Labcorp reported a cost of $77 for this test) PHADIA THERMOFISHER (EUROPE) * ImmunoCAP Component nGal-alpha-1,3-Gal (alpha-Gal) [https://www.thermofisher.com/phadia/us/en/product-catalog.html?articleNumber=14-5997-02®ion=US] Information copied from: https://alphagalinformation.org/diagnosis-and-testing/ [https://alphagalinformation.org/diagnosis-and-testing/] -------- For more information on living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome please check out the Alpha-Gal Information site at http://alphagalinformation.org [http://alphagalinformation.org/] If you’re one of those people who like reputable medical resources check out: Mayo Clinic - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alpha-gal-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20428608 [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alpha-gal-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20428608] Centers for Disease Control - https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/alpha-gal/index.html [https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/alpha-gal/index.html] WebMD (no it’s not cancer) - https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-alpha-gal-syndrome [https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-alpha-gal-syndrome] American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology - https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/alpha-gal-and-red-meat-allergy [https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/alpha-gal-and-red-meat-allergy] National Library of Medicine - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529984/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529984/] For support on your Alpha-Gal journey lookup “Alpha-Gal” or “Alpha Gal” on the group search on FB where a number of groups will pop up. These communities are great for support and information as we navigate this strange new world together.

Epi 2: What IS Alpha-Gal?

Here’s an introduction into the world of Alpha-Gal Syndrome. What is it? How is it contracted? ---------------- For more information on living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome please check out the Alpha-Gal Information site at http://alphagalinformation.org [http://alphagalinformation.org/] If you’re one of those people who like reputable medical resources check out: Mayo Clinic - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alpha-gal-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20428608 [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alpha-gal-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20428608] Centers for Disease Control - https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/alpha-gal/index.html [https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/alpha-gal/index.html] WebMD (no it’s not cancer) - https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-alpha-gal-syndrome [https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-alpha-gal-syndrome] American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology - https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/alpha-gal-and-red-meat-allergy [https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/alpha-gal-and-red-meat-allergy] National Library of Medicine - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529984/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529984/] For support on your Alpha-Gal journey lookup “Alpha-Gal” or “Alpha Gal” on the group search on FB where a number of groups will pop up. These communities are great for support and information as we navigate this strange new world together. If you like books check out: Alpha Gal Allergy Syndrome: Information and Recipes [https://www.amazon.com/ALPHA-GAL-ALLERGY-SYNDROME-Information-Recipes/dp/B097CTBQWX/ref=pd_bxgy_img_1/139-9770698-1458207?pd_rd_w=0t6AN&pf_rd_p=c64372fa-c41c-422e-990d-9e034f73989b&pf_rd_r=FBTQ7KE9YW1QNW3N4K34&pd_rd_r=2dd510fa-b934-41c6-9745-2960492b6808&pd_rd_wg=Ikh6Q&pd_rd_i=B097CTBQWX&psc=1] The Essential Guide to Alpha-Gal Syndrome: for the Newly Diagnosed  [https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Guide-Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B09DXHRSX3/ref=sr_1_16?crid=D9FXCFWLP2W9&keywords=Alpha+gal&qid=1640699506&s=books&sprefix=alpha+gal%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-16] For recipes and cookbooks check out: Alpha Gal Allergy Recipes: Delicious Foods For The Alpha Gal Allergy: Meat & Dairy Free Recipes [https://www.amazon.com/Alpha-Gal-Allergy-Recipes-Delicious/dp/B09FBZ3PMB/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/139-9770698-1458207?pd_rd_w=C1lFM&pf_rd_p=c64372fa-c41c-422e-990d-9e034f73989b&pf_rd_r=6ZZAX0S1CS2F84B2DDBH&pd_rd_r=12c3a205-0792-4edb-bb4b-0df55da6811f&pd_rd_wg=xNIkr&pd_rd_i=B09FBZ3PMB&psc=1] Preparing Meals without Dairy [https://www.amazon.com/Preparing-Meals-Without-Dairy-Discover/dp/B09FC86PBG/ref=sr_1_12?crid=D9FXCFWLP2W9&keywords=Alpha+gal&qid=1640699506&s=books&sprefix=alpha+gal%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-12%20https://www.amazon.com/Alpha-Gal-Allergy-Cookbook-Preparing/dp/1500685461/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=] Go Dairy Free: The Ultimate Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living [https://www.amazon.com/Dairy-Free-Allergies-Intolerance-Casein-Free/dp/1944648917/ref=sr_1_12?crid=1E9G34QC76048&keywords=dairy+free+cookbook&qid=1640700134&s=books&sprefix=Dairy+Free+%2Cstripbooks%2C88&sr=1-12]

Epi 1: Introduction

Hi, I’m Mirakel and welcome on this new journey with me exploring Alpha-Gal Allergy Syndrome.  ----------------- For more information on living with Alpha-Gal Syndrome please check out the Alpha-Gal Information site at http://alphagalinformation.org [http://alphagalinformation.org/] If you’re one of those people who like reputable medical resources check out: Mayo Clinic - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alpha-gal-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20428608 [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/alpha-gal-syndrome/symptoms-causes/syc-20428608] Centers for Disease Control - https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/alpha-gal/index.html [https://www.cdc.gov/ticks/alpha-gal/index.html] WebMD (no it’s not cancer) - https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-alpha-gal-syndrome [https://www.webmd.com/allergies/what-is-alpha-gal-syndrome] American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology - https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/alpha-gal-and-red-meat-allergy [https://www.aaaai.org/tools-for-the-public/conditions-library/allergies/alpha-gal-and-red-meat-allergy] National Library of Medicine - https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529984/ [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33529984/] For support on your Alpha-Gal journey lookup “Alpha-Gal” or “Alpha Gal” on the group search on FB where a number of groups will pop up. These communities are great for support and information as we navigate this strange new world together. If you like books check out: Alpha Gal Allergy Syndrome: Information and Recipes [https://www.amazon.com/ALPHA-GAL-ALLERGY-SYNDROME-Information-Recipes/dp/B097CTBQWX/ref=pd_bxgy_img_1/139-9770698-1458207?pd_rd_w=0t6AN&pf_rd_p=c64372fa-c41c-422e-990d-9e034f73989b&pf_rd_r=FBTQ7KE9YW1QNW3N4K34&pd_rd_r=2dd510fa-b934-41c6-9745-2960492b6808&pd_rd_wg=Ikh6Q&pd_rd_i=B097CTBQWX&psc=1] The Essential Guide to Alpha-Gal Syndrome: for the Newly Diagnosed  [https://www.amazon.com/Essential-Guide-Alpha-Gal-Syndrome-ebook/dp/B09DXHRSX3/ref=sr_1_16?crid=D9FXCFWLP2W9&keywords=Alpha+gal&qid=1640699506&s=books&sprefix=alpha+gal%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-16] For recipes and cookbooks check out: Alpha Gal Allergy Recipes: Delicious Foods For The Alpha Gal Allergy: Meat & Dairy Free Recipes [https://www.amazon.com/Alpha-Gal-Allergy-Recipes-Delicious/dp/B09FBZ3PMB/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/139-9770698-1458207?pd_rd_w=C1lFM&pf_rd_p=c64372fa-c41c-422e-990d-9e034f73989b&pf_rd_r=6ZZAX0S1CS2F84B2DDBH&pd_rd_r=12c3a205-0792-4edb-bb4b-0df55da6811f&pd_rd_wg=xNIkr&pd_rd_i=B09FBZ3PMB&psc=1] Preparing Meals without Dairy [https://www.amazon.com/Preparing-Meals-Without-Dairy-Discover/dp/B09FC86PBG/ref=sr_1_12?crid=D9FXCFWLP2W9&keywords=Alpha+gal&qid=1640699506&s=books&sprefix=alpha+gal%2Cstripbooks%2C108&sr=1-12 https://www.amazon.com/Alpha-Gal-Allergy-Cookbook-Preparing/dp/1500685461/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=] Go Dairy Free: The Ultimate Guide and Cookbook for Milk Allergies, Lactose Intolerance, and Casein-Free Living [https://www.amazon.com/Dairy-Free-Allergies-Intolerance-Casein-Free/dp/1944648917/ref=sr_1_12?crid=1E9G34QC76048&keywords=dairy+free+cookbook&qid=1640700134&s=books&sprefix=Dairy+Free+%2Cstripbooks%2C88&sr=1-12]