Nut & Dairy Allergy Details
On-site by appointment or walk-in. Our Nut & Dairy Allergy Test detects biomarkers for 11 (eleven) nut and dairy allergies.
The 11-in-1 nut and dairy allergy test includes biomarkers for:
- Immunoglobulin E (IgE), which indicates antibody levels.
- Egg white
- Egg yolk
- Cow’s milk
- Milk – nBos d 8 Casein
- Peanut
- Walnut
- Hazelnut
- Almond
- Cocoa bean
- Glutamate
Nut and dairy allergies are caused by the body rejecting allergens in milk or nuts. The allergen, which is interpreted as a harmful substance, causes the production antibodies such as Immunoglobulin E (IgE).
Lactose intolerance may also cause diarrhea, vomiting, and bloody stools.
Why check for these allergies with us?
- Direct laboratory prices and support.
- Easy appointments.
- Fast dairy results and prescriptions.
- CE-certified sensitive PCR laboratory equipment for accurate tests.
- MHRA-registered IVD devices.
- WhatsApp support during business hours.
How do I get the examination?
Visit one of our Nut and Dairy test clinic locations.
Present an ID and order your appointment or simply walk-in.
Have your sample (blood) taken by staff to be tested.
Receive your test results through email or by opening your dashboard on our site.
How long will my results take?
The typical nut and dairy turnaround time is 1-3 days. Do note that while we aim to give you results as quickly as possible, the exact result processing time may vary. We are committed to following strict guidelines to ensure quick and accurate results. The close proximity of our laboratory to our clinic allows us to instantly analyze samples.
Also, Medicines Online owns several clinic locations across London, providing ease of access to any one of our clinics.
Missed appointments are NOT REFUNDABLE. Similarly, cancellations done within 24 hours of the appointment time are NOT REFUNDABLE.
Rescheduling and availability may be discussed with customer service.
Disclaimer: We DO NOT draw blood samples from children under 16 years old.
Common inquiries regarding nut and dairy allergies
Q: What occurs within your body?
A: The reaction may result in urticaria, gastrointestinal distress, emesis, hematochezia, and perhaps anaphylactic shock.
Q: What is the onset time for symptoms post-ingestion?
A: The manifestations of lactose intolerance often commence 30 minutes to two hours post-consumption of lactose-containing meals or beverages.
Q: What should be avoided?
A: Artificial butter flavor, butter, butterfat, butter oil, casein, casein hydrolysates, caseinates (ammonium, calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium), cheese, cottage cheese, cream, custard, pudding, and ghee.
Q: Can milk and yogurt impact your health?
A: Numerous individuals with lactose intolerance can ingest yogurt but not milk.
Q: What alleviates symptoms?
A: If you experience moderate symptoms after consuming dairy, antihistamine medication may alleviate your discomfort.
Q: Is it reversible?
A: Lactose intolerance has no cure; however, most individuals can manage their symptoms by dietary modifications.
Q: What are the consequences of consuming them?
A: Signs and symptoms of a peanut allergy reaction may encompass dermatological manifestations, including hives, erythema, or edema.
Q: What are the initial indicators?
A: Erythematous papules on the dermis – urticaria, angioedema of the lips, paresthesia of the throat and oral cavity, pruritic dermatosis and rash, rhinorrhea, constriction of the throat, abdominal cramps, visceral pain, nausea, or emesis.
Q: Is it possible for it to resolve?
A: Approximately 20 to 25 percent of children with peanut allergies overcome it, with around 80 percent of those who do so by the age of 8.
Q: Is it possible to get it abruptly?
A: Food allergies may manifest at any point during an individual’s life.
Q: Under what circumstances should one seek hospital care for an allergic reaction?
A: Abdominal discomfort, emesis, severe nausea or diarrhea, and chest constriction.
Page Quality Review:
Review Date : 21/01/2026
Reviewed By :
A Testimonial Regarding Dairy Allergy from a Clinic Patient
My name is Eleonora. I am 23 years old.
I have been allergic to milk since birth. I am able to manage it due to the help of my parents and friends. Since childhood, I recognized that I had a dairy allergy, a significant health concern. I have consistently been vigilant with my dietary choices. I have carried my whole allergy medication and kits for an extended period. Two doses of adrenaline, antihistamine drops and tablets, and Ventolin. I have never forgotten them, as I recognize their potential to save my life in the event of anaphylactic shock.
I must scrutinize the ingredients meticulously when purchasing items at the grocery.
At restaurants, I must inform the servers of my allergies and inquire about suitable dishes. I frequently choose for a salad or beef, explicitly excluding cheese, butter, or any dairy products. If I am uncertain about a food choice, I opt not to consume it, since my well-being takes precedence.
When I travel internationally with my parents or pals.
However, we choose to reside in an apartment to prepare meals at home, ensuring knowledge of our dietary intake. When dining at restaurants overseas, I consume beef or fish, clearly informing the personnel of my allergies and the potential risk of anaphylactic shock. As a result of my dairy intolerance, I collaborated with my mother to adapt numerous recipes using suitable ingredients, achieving excellent outcomes.
Experiencing dissimilarity
In my youth, I perceived my needs as a significant obstacle to forming new friendships due to my sense of difference from my peers. Fortunately, I matured and realized that my numerous allergies did not impede my ability to form friendships. My pals are aware of my dairy allergy and exercise caution over my dietary intake. I am unashamed to disclose my allergies to others, since I have consistently managed my condition with composure, simply being mindful of my dietary choices.
The situation is grave; at times, individuals fail to comprehend the peril.
They conflate it with intolerance, however they are distinct concepts. Upon elucidating the risks, they comprehended that it is not a trivial matter. In conclusion, I have learned to coexist with my challenges. At times, I choose to abstain from eating if I am uncertain about my ability to do so; yet, I can still enjoy a delightful day with my friends or family.
Margherita
Coexisting with frequent allergy testing is arduous. I have experienced food-related challenges from childhood; nevertheless, I was fortunate to be raised in a home that did not allow me to perceive it as a significant problem. I was instructed to consistently inquire about ingredients such as nuts and sesame milk, to cultivate independence, and to refrain from consuming meals if uncertain or uncomfortable with the dish.
They are integral to my identity yet did not adversely affect my life.
Despite my previous considerable attention to them. I had regarded this as normal until I relocated to a different city for my university studies. There, my entire reality transformed.
Additionally, fresh personnel from Dairy and Nuts, along with a novel atmosphere, evaluated and interrogated me. My lifestyle frequently underestimates my allergy condition. However, I began to investigate this topic that has always defined me in greater depth. I had never contemplated it so deliberately. Subsequently, I started to perceive myself as constrained and distinct in an unfavorable manner. Furthermore, my paramount fear evolved into the potentiality of experiencing an uncontrollable allergic reaction.
Apprehension toward dining in public
For an extended duration, the apprehension of dining away from home eclipsed the pleasure of engaging in social activities. Socializing with friends can be challenging due to the frequent unpreparedness of food and beverage services to accommodate your needs. At a certain juncture, I resolved to respond and seek a path to fully embrace life.
I saw that addressing Full Nut Dairy and Milk allergy testing requirements is feasible.
It requires additional time.
In public, I strive for clarity and consistently request uncomplicated meals. I consistently carry the complete emergency package, which contains two epi-pens. Maintaining composure in the presence of a dish cooked by another individual would invariably pose a challenge for my allergy. My objective is to discover an increasing number of locations with labeled food. Provided I feel secure, I can relish every moment of my existence.
Shipping and Return Policies
Appointment:
Missed appointments or cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not entitled to refunds. Rescheduling is possible but not guaranteed. Please contact the customer service prior to the appointment time to discuss cost and availability options.
Shipping & Return:
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To Qualify for any return, the product must be in the same condition as when you received it. Not used, not opened, unworn, in its original packaging. You will also need to send it to us with the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please return to: Medicines by MailBox, 89 Falcon Rd, London. SW11 2PF
You can read our full return policy here:
https://medicinesbymailbox.co.uk/return-policy/
We offer next day delivery; however courier delivery times are out of our control. We are unable to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your order has been dispatched. And orders placed by 1pm are dispatched on the same day.
Principle IVD Regulatory Certification
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MHRA Registration Number: 10271 – Unistik Lancet
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MHRA Registration Number: 9489 – BD Microtainer Tube
Page Quality Review:
Review Date : 21/01/2026
Reviewed By :
Serena Y. –
Clinic visit went smoothly
Eunice B. –
The clinic is easy to find and is very professional and friendly. I really liked how I was received there.
Shanon Cooper –
Quick results and easy to understand. Thank you.