Comprehensive Mold Allergy Test: Uncover Your Sensitivities.
The Comprehensive Mold Allergy Test assesses your body's immune response to various indoor and outdoor molds by measuring specific antibodies (called IgE) in your blood. These antibodies are part of your immune system’s response to allergens like mold spores. These spores can be present indoors and outdoors, causing a range of symptoms in sensitive individuals - sneezing, coughing, or itchy eyes when exposed to mold.
This test can help you and your healthcare provider understand whether mold might be contributing to your symptoms. Keep in mind that having IgE antibodies doesn’t always mean you’ll have symptoms.
Note: Having measurable IgE for a particular allergen does not guarantee that you will have an allergic reaction when exposed to it. In general, higher IgE levels are associated with a greater chance of having a true allergy but do not predict how severe your allergic symptoms could be. IgE testing is not considered sufficient to diagnose an allergy on its own. Results should be shared and discussed with a healthcare professional before making an allergy diagnosis1.
Preparation: No special preparation is needed.
This comprehensive panel tests for allergies to 12 common mold species:
Alternaria alternata, Aspergillus fumigatus, Aureobasidium pullulans, Candida albicans, Cladosporium herbarum, Epicoccum purpurascens, Fusarium proliferatum, Mucor racemosus, Penicillium chrysogenum, Phoma betae, Setomelanomma rostrata and Stemphylium herbarum.
These molds are commonly found in homes, workplaces, and outdoor environments. Some grow in damp areas like basements or bathrooms, while others are found in soil, plants, or decaying leaves. Covering a wide range of common indoor and outdoor environmental allergens, testing for these molds can help identify which ones your immune system reacts to. Molds can trigger immune responses and may cause symptoms like sneezing, coughing, or more serious illnesses such as asthma and other breathing problems2. Your body's antibody levels may vary due to seasonal changes, indoor and outdoor air quality or exposure history.
A mold allergy happens when your body’s immune system reacts to tiny mold spores in the air. If you often experience sneezing, coughing, or nasal congestion, especially in damp or humid environments, you might be reacting to mold. This test can help identify whether mold allergens are contributing to your symptoms. Knowing your specific triggers allows you to take steps to reduce exposure and improve your comfort and health.
Mold is a type of fungus that grows in damp places, both indoors and outdoors. Common molds that can cause allergies include Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, and Penicillium. Living or working in damp or humid conditions increases your risk of mold exposure. If you suspect mold issues in your surroundings, this test can help determine whether your immune system is reacting to specific various mold species. Understanding your sensitivities can help guide decisions about improving air quality, reducing moisture, and managing your environment more effectively.
This test can give you insight into how your immune system responds to mold. With this information, you and your healthcare provider can make informed decisions about your living or working environment and take steps to reduce exposure.
1. American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. May 15,2025. Mold Allergy Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Management. Retrieved October 24, 2025. https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/mold-allergy
2. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. September 2024. Mold Allergy. Retrieved October 24, 2025. https://aafa.org/allergies/types-of-allergies/mold-allergy/
<p>1.<b> </b>American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology. May 15,2025. <i>Mold Allergy Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Management</i>. Retrieved October 24, 2025. <a href="https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/mold-allergy" target="_blank" title="mold-allergy" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://www.aaaai.org/conditions-treatments/allergies/mold-allergy</a></p> <p>2. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. September 2024. <i>Mold Allergy</i>. Retrieved October 24, 2025. <a href="https://aafa.org/allergies/types-of-allergies/mold-allergy/" target="_blank" title="types-of-allergies" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://aafa.org/allergies/types-of-allergies/mold-allergy/</a></p>
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This test doesn't detect mold itself in your blood, but rather measures your immune system's response to specific mold allergens. It detects the presence of antibodies that your body produces when exposed to various mold species.
A positive test means your body reacts to mold, but it’s important that your symptoms match the test results. Sometimes people have a positive test but no symptoms, or symptoms but a negative test. Your health care provider will review your medical history and test results together to make a diagnosis.
Environmental allergy tests, including this mold allergy test, are generally very accurate. However, it's important to interpret results in conjunction with your medical history and symptoms. A healthcare provider can help you understand what the results mean for your specific situation.
Common signs of mold allergies include1,2:
Symptoms can vary widely between individuals. In people with asthma, mold can make breathing harder. If you're experiencing persistent symptoms, especially in certain environments, consider taking a mold allergy test such as this one and share your results with a healthcare professional.
While there's no cure for mold allergies, they can be effectively managed. Identifying your specific mold triggers can help you avoid exposure. If allergens are detected, working with a healthcare provider to develop an appropriate treatment plan is recommended, which may include exposure avoidance, medications or immunotherapy, which can reduce sensitivity in some cases.
This comprehensive mold allergy test is a simple blood test that measures your immune system's response to 12 different types of mold. These results can help you understand your specific sensitivities and develop an appropriate management plan with your health care provider.
The test does not detect mold in the body or diagnose mold toxicity.
Mold toxicity is a different condition and is not diagnosed through IgE testing. If you’re concerned about mold-related illness, speak with a healthcare provider who can recommend the right tests based on your symptoms.
Testing for a mold allergy is usually recommended if you have ongoing allergy symptoms (like sneezing, runny nose, or asthma) that don’t get better with regular treatment, especially if you think mold might be the cause. Testing is typically not needed for people without symptoms.
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