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Cauliflower-Specific IgE and IgG Antibodies, Total

Published: August 9, 2026Updated: August 16, 2026

Measures IgE and IgG antibodies to cauliflower in blood to help evaluate possible food sensitization or prior exposure.

Quick summary

["Elevated cauliflower-specific IgE may support food allergy sensitization, while IgG more commonly reflects exposure and is not diagnostic of allergy."]

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Key facts at a glance

LOINC
61232-5
Short code
Cauliflower IgE/IgE total %
Synonyms
Cauliflower IgE/IgE total %
Category
tumor-marker
Sample
serum
Container
Red-top tube (SST)
Units
N/A
Fasting
false
Population
adult
Sex
all
Age range
18–65 years
Specimen volume
5 mL
Stability
Room temperature: 4h, Refrigerated: 24h, Frozen: 7d
Hemolysis max
500
Lipemia max
1000
Icterus max
500
TAT
4–24 hours
Order
routine

What is this test?

This test measures antibodies your immune system has made in response to cauliflower. IgE is associated with allergic sensitization, while IgG usually reflects prior exposure or immune recognition and is not used by itself to diagnose allergy.

Why might I need this test?

A clinician may order it when symptoms such as hives, swelling, abdominal pain, or vomiting occur after eating cauliflower. Results can help assess whether an immune response to cauliflower may be involved.

How is the test performed?

A blood sample is collected and tested for antibodies against cauliflower. The laboratory method and specimen requirements may vary, so your test order or laboratory should be checked for specific details.

How do I prepare for the test?

No fasting is usually required. Follow your clinician's instructions about medications and recent food exposure, and do not stop prescribed medicines without medical advice.

Clinical interpretation

How abnormal results are interpreted and what conditions they suggest.

An elevated cauliflower-specific IgE result may indicate immune sensitization to cauliflower, but it does not by itself confirm a symptomatic food allergy. Clinical symptoms, other possible causes, and sometimes additional allergy testing must be considered. Elevated specific IgG generally indicates exposure and is not considered diagnostic of allergy.

Short name

Cauliflower IgE/IgG

Frequently asked questions

Does a positive IgE result mean I am allergic to cauliflower?
Not necessarily. It indicates immune sensitization, which should be interpreted with your symptoms and medical history by a clinician.
What does a cauliflower-specific IgG result mean?
It most often reflects prior exposure to cauliflower. Unlike IgE, an elevated IgG result does not by itself indicate an allergy.
Should I avoid cauliflower if this test is positive?
Discuss the result with your clinician before making major dietary changes. Avoiding a food may be appropriate if you have a history of reproducible allergic reactions.
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Medically reviewed by WellAlly Editorial Team Last reviewed August 16, 2026. · Read our editorial policy