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US 7,604,957 B2Granted
Method for diagnosing immunologic food sensitivity
OwnerKenneth D. Fineinventor
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Abstract
A method for food sensitivity panel testing (for sensitivities other than gluten sensitivity) by detecting IgA antibodies in serum is disclosed. A method for testing stool samples for the presence of particular antibodies, which is more sensitive and less invasive than prior art testing methods, is also disclosed for diagnosing immunologic food sensitivities. These methods of diagnosis may be used alone or in combination to further enhance the accuracy of diagnosis.
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A method for diagnosing an immunologic food sensitivity comprising the steps of:
- collecting a fecal sample;
- screening the fecal sample to detect the presence of an IgA antibody to a particular food substance;
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- diagnosing the immunologic food sensitivity based on the presence of the antibody, wherein the immunologic food sensitivity is related to an ailment.
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