ALEX² Allergy Explorer – 295 Allergen IgE Blood Test

Now Available at Murrays Chemist, Harrow

If you are dealing with unexplained symptoms — food reactions, persistent congestion, rashes, breathing issues, chronic hay fever or ongoing skin flare-ups — you may be living with an undiagnosed allergy. Traditional tests usually look at only a handful of triggers. The ALEX² Allergy Explorer goes far further.

Murrays Chemist now offers one of the UK’s most comprehensive allergy blood panels, analysing around 295 allergens through a single blood test. It is an excellent option for patients looking for clarity, especially when symptoms are vague, overlapping or have been difficult to pin down.

You can book this service online or by contacting us directly.

What Is the ALEX² Allergy Explorer?

The ALEX² panel is an advanced IgE allergy test that examines both:

• Whole allergens (e.g. peanuts, birch pollen, dust mites)

• Allergen components (the specific proteins that determine severity and cross-reactivity)

This improved level of analysis helps you understand:

• what you react to,

• how strongly you react,

• whether different allergens are connected,

• and which reactions are clinically meaningful.

It offers significantly more insight than standard IgE panels or skin-prick testing.

Understanding IgE – What Does It Tell You?

IgE (Immunoglobulin E) is the antibody involved in allergic reactions. When IgE binds to an allergen, the immune system triggers symptoms such as:

• sneezing or nasal blockage

• wheezing or chest tightness

• itching or hives

• eczema flare-ups

• swelling

• digestive upset

• generalised allergic symptoms

The ALEX² test measures IgE responses in a detailed, structured way, allowing you and the clinician to understand the root cause of persistent or confusing symptoms.

Who Is This Test Suitable For?

Patients typically use this test when they are experiencing:

• suspected food allergies

• chronic sinus problems or congestion

• asthma-type symptoms with unknown triggers

• long-standing eczema or skin irritation

• hay fever that is worsening or unpredictable

• allergic symptoms around pets

• reactions to multiple foods or environments

• symptoms that do not improve despite elimination diets or antihistamines

If you have been going in circles with symptoms, this test often helps bring clarity.

What Does the Test Cover?

The ALEX² panel screens almost 300 allergens, including:

• Foods: nuts, dairy, eggs, grains, seafood, fruits, vegetables, legumes, spices

• Environmental allergens: trees, grasses, weeds

• Animals: cat, dog, horse, rodent

• Dust mites: multiple species

• Moulds: indoor and outdoor varieties

• Insect venoms: bee, wasp and related allergen proteins

• Latex and cross-reactive components

Your results include a detailed breakdown of each allergen and an interpretation session with our clinical prescribing pharmacist.

Turnaround Time

Your results are usually available within 48 hours.

Pricing

£350
Includes the full allergy panel plus:

• professional blood draw

• laboratory analysis

• your full results report

• a clinical consultation to interpret the findings and guide you on next steps

There are no extra charges.

Why Choose Murrays Chemist?

• Experienced clinical prescribing pharmacist on site

• Rapid turnaround

• In-depth results explanation

• Evidence-based allergy management advice

• Online booking available

• A personalised, face-to-face approach rather than generic reporting

How to Book

You can book your ALEX² allergy blood test online through the Murrays Chemist website or call the pharmacy to arrange an appointment directly.