Recognizing intolerances and allergies – for more ease in everyday life

Intolerance and allergy tests for home use

At-home intolerance and allergy tests provide clarity about what truly doesn't agree with your body – without a doctor's appointment, but with genuine laboratory analysis. Antibodies against typical allergens can be measured in the blood. This gives you valuable insights into whether your immune system reacts to certain foods or environmental triggers such as pollen, pet dander, dust mites, mold spores, or latex .

With the mybody® self-tests, you take the sample yourself – conveniently via capillary blood – and send it to the certified laboratory. There, immunological reactions to one hundred to several hundred foods and allergens are analyzed, depending on the chosen test (e.g., NUTRI CHECK IgG food test , Allergy IgE blood test , Combination Check ).

You will receive a structured results report with clear tables, reactivity levels, and specific recommendations for your daily life – such as reducing your intake of certain foods or avoiding typical allergy triggers. Important: The tests provide information and a basis for decision-making , but do not replace a medical diagnosis. If you are experiencing severe or acute symptoms, you should always discuss your results with a doctor or allergist.

How allergies work in the body

An allergy is an exaggerated reaction of your immune system to substances that are actually harmless – such as pollen, house dust mites, foods, pet dander, or latex. Your body produces specific IgE antibodies against these allergens. When the allergen and IgE come into contact, they activate mast cells and basophils , which release messenger substances like histamine . This release is precisely what triggers typical allergy symptoms: itching, sneezing, watery eyes, skin rash, swelling, or breathing difficulties.

Medically, this is referred to as a type I immediate reaction (IgE-mediated). It can occur locally (e.g., hay fever, contact allergy) or systemically – in extreme cases as anaphylaxis. This is distinct from food intolerances , in which digestion, enzymes, or the intestinal barrier often play a role (e.g., lactose or fructose intolerance) and in which IgE is usually not the primary factor.

The mybody® tests address this very issue: IgE blood tests provide indications of classic allergies, while IgG-based intolerance tests can reveal patterns of immunological reactions to food. The results help you better understand your symptoms – however, accurate diagnosis and treatment should always be handled by a doctor.

How can I test myself for allergies?

If you'd like to test for allergies yourself, modern blood self-tests offer a convenient way to get initial indications. With mybody®, you take a small blood sample from your fingertip and send it to the lab. The allergy IgE blood test measures specific IgE antibodies against numerous allergens – including foods (e.g., milk, eggs, nuts, grains), pollen , pet dander, house dust mites and storage mites , mold spores, and latex .

The lab tests whether and how strongly your immune system reacts to these substances. You'll receive a detailed report with reactivity levels, allergen groups , and practical everyday tips. Additionally, you can choose the combination test , which combines allergic (IgE) and intolerance-associated (IgG) reactions to around 600 foods and allergens in one test – ideal if you're concerned about environmental allergies as well as digestive or skin problems.

Important: A self-test is a screening tool , not a substitute for a medical examination. In case of severe symptoms such as shortness of breath, facial swelling, circulatory problems, or suspected anaphylaxis , immediate emergency contact is mandatory. For treatment, desensitization, and medication, you should discuss your test results with a specialist.

What intolerance and allergy tests are available?

At mybody® you will find various intolerance and allergy tests for home use , which differ in their objective and antibody type:

• NUTRI CHECK (IgG food intolerance test)
  
  It measures IgG antibodies against up to 300 foods and nutrients . This can reveal reaction patterns that may be related to digestive issues, fatigue, or skin problems. You'll receive suggestions for elimination and rotation strategies to better tailor your diet to your body.

• Allergy IgE blood test
  
  Focus on classic allergies : The test identifies IgE-mediated reactions to up to 300 allergy variants – including foods, grass and tree pollen, animal dander, house dust mites, insect venom, fungal spores, and latex . Ideal for typical hay fever, respiratory, or skin symptoms.
  
• Combination check (allergies & intolerances)
  
  The combined blood test unites both approaches: It analyzes immunological reactions to around 600 foods and allergens and covers both allergy (IgE) and intolerance patterns (IgG). This makes it particularly suitable if you have complex symptoms and want to address both dietary and environmental factors.
  

Furthermore, mybody® points out in guides and FAQs that medical tests such as prick tests, provocation tests or specialized laboratory analyses remain the gold standard for diagnosis – however, the mybody® tests provide you with a convenient, scientifically sound entry point from home and support you in planning targeted next steps with your doctor.