Weed and Grass Allergy Panel

If you experience sneezing, itchy eyes, nasal congestion, coughing, or wheezing during certain times of the year, weeds or grasses may be the source of your symptoms. The ICare Weed and Grass Allergy Panel measures your immune system's response to common outdoor pollen allergens, helping identify the specific grasses and weeds triggering your seasonal allergies.

Grass and weed pollens are among the most common causes of seasonal allergic rhinitis and may also contribute to asthma symptoms. Because different grasses and weeds release pollen during different seasons, identifying your specific allergens allows you and your healthcare provider to develop a personalized treatment plan and better manage your symptoms.

With ICare's concierge mobile laboratory services, advanced allergy testing is delivered directly to your home, office, or preferred location, making comprehensive allergy care more convenient than ever.

What Does This Test Measure?

The Weed and Grass Allergy Panel measures allergen-specific Immunoglobulin E (IgE) antibodies to common weed and grass pollens.

Depending on the panel ordered, testing may include:

Grass Pollens

Common grass allergens may include:

Bermuda Grass
Timothy Grass
Johnson Grass
Bahia Grass
Ryegrass
Orchard Grass
Kentucky Bluegrass
Sweet Vernal Grass
Fescue Grass

Grass pollen allergies are most common during the late spring and summer months.

Weed Pollens

Common weed allergens may include:

Ragweed
Mugwort
Pigweed
Lamb's Quarters
Russian Thistle
Plantain
Cocklebur
Nettle
Sagebrush

Weed pollen allergies commonly peak during late summer and fall, depending on the geographic region.

Allergen-Specific IgE Testing

This panel measures IgE antibodies, which are produced when your immune system reacts to environmental allergens.

A positive result indicates sensitization to a specific weed or grass pollen. However, a positive IgE result alone does not necessarily confirm that the allergen is responsible for your symptoms. Your healthcare provider will interpret your results together with your medical history, symptom pattern, and environmental exposures.

Total IgE (When Included)

Some Weed and Grass Allergy Panels also include Total Immunoglobulin E (Total IgE) to provide an overall assessment of allergic activity and assist with interpretation of individual allergen results.

Who Should Consider This Test?

The Weed and Grass Allergy Panel may be beneficial for individuals who:

Experience seasonal sneezing or nasal congestion
Have itchy, watery, or red eyes during pollen season
Experience coughing or wheezing outdoors
Have seasonal asthma symptoms
Notice worsening allergy symptoms after mowing the lawn or spending time outside
Have a family history of environmental allergies
Want to identify the specific pollens responsible for their seasonal symptoms

This panel is ideal for individuals seeking a more personalized approach to managing seasonal respiratory allergies.

Why Is It Important?

Provides a broader picture of health, helps identify abnormalities, and supports personalized treatment decisions.

What's Included

Common Questions