Alex 2 Allergy Test - Test for Over 300 Allergens

MUMS offer the new ALEX2 Allergy TEST for children and adults. This allergy test is a state-of-the-art combined allergy test with proven detection for up to 300 different allergens. You can view a comprehensive example report here.

Allergens included in this test:

• Pollen
• Mites
• Microorganisms
• Plant Based Foods
• Animal Derived Foods
• Insects and Venoms
• Epithelial tissues of pets and animals
• Latex
• Parasites
• And many more cross-reactive allergen families

The turnaround time for results is 5 days.

This is a pioneering and valuable diagnostic for assessing patients who want testing for many allergens.

This test includes all types of grass and tree pollen including weeds. There are many types of house dust mites included. The plant food allergens in this allergy test include peanut, soy, and chickpea. Cereals such as oat, rice, wheat, and maize are tested. Spices include paprika, oregano, parsley and many more. The fruits included in this allergy test are kiwi, apple, banana, avocado and many more. Vegetables such as onion, garlic, celery, carrot, and tomato are included. The nut components are comprehensive and include cashew, pecan, hazelnut, and pistachio. There are many seed allergies such as sunflower and poppy. In terms of animal food – this includes Milks, Eggs, Seafoods and meats. The inspect and venoms include ant, bee, hornet, wasp, and cockroach. This allergy test also includes many animal origins such as dog, cat, rabbit, and farm animals such as cattle, goat, horse, and pig. This allergy test also includes other allergens such as latex and parasites.

Alex2 Phlebotomy only without a consultation and follow up – results emailed:

• Adults - £510

• Children - £530

If you choose Alex2 as a phlebotomy only appointment, we will email the report to you. This does not include a consultation about the test or a follow up to have the results explained to you.

We do not recommend allergy test for babies under 6 months. You may still wish to have a consultation with the Paediatrician to discuss any issues you and your baby may be facing.

Having an Allergy Test at MUMS Solihull is easy.

You may not know what you are allergic to and want to find out to avoid any of the above.

We offer allergy testing 6 days a week.

We have ample parking and great reviews.

You can book an allergy test online or call us on 0121 704 2669 or send us an enquiry where we will email you information about the test and availability of appointments to suit you. You can email us – administrator@mums.me.uk

Quality Control

The ALEX2 test, also known as the Allergy Explorer, has demonstrated high specificity in identifying specific allergens. In one study, the average specificity for PR-10 allergens was 88.0%, and when only low Ige concentrations were included, it reached 91.1%. Another study found that the ALEX2 test had a high specificity in detecting peanut allergy when using the optimal cut-off for Ara h 2, reaching 89.1%. 

Key points about ALEX2 specificity:

High specificity:

The ALEX2 test generally exhibits high specificity, meaning it correctly identifies individuals who do not have a specific allergy as negative.

In one study, the average specificity for PR-10 allergens was 88.0%, and when only low Ige concentrations were included, it reached 91.1%

Optimal cut-off values:

Using optimal cut-off values for specific allergens can further improve the specificity of the ALEX2 test.

Clinical implications:

The high specificity of ALEX2 helps to minimize false positive results, ensuring more accurate diagnosis and management of allergies. 

Following a clinical audit at MUMS – we note than approximately 20% of MUMS patients tested for ALEX2 reported as negative – no allergies found.