Dog Allergy Test London | Can f IgE
Dog allergy testing uses specific IgE blood testing and component-level context where appropriate. Our nurse-led clinic provides venous sample collection and accredited laboratory reporting. We are diagnostic-only: diagnosis and treatment decisions remain with your GP or specialist.
Safety note
If severe breathing symptoms or suspected anaphylaxis occur, call 999 immediately. Blood testing is not an emergency service.
Dog components: Can f1 to Can f5
Component-resolved interpretation can add detail beyond extract-only dog dander results. The markers below are commonly referenced in specialist pathways.
| Component | Protein family | General context |
|---|---|---|
| Can f1, Can f2 | Lipocalins | Common dog allergen component family |
| Can f3 | Serum albumin | May indicate broader mammalian albumin cross-reactivity context |
| Can f5 | Prostatic kallikrein | Can contribute additional component-level detail |
Breed differences and testing
- • All dog breeds can produce clinically relevant allergens.
- • “Hypoallergenic” breed claims are not a reliable medical guarantee.
- • Home allergen exposure is influenced by environment, ventilation, cleaning and occupancy.
- • Component and profile testing should be interpreted alongside your symptom timing.
Recommended pathway CTA
For common airborne allergen assessment including pet dander context, see Profile 2.
View Allergy Profile 2Frequently asked questions
What does a dog allergy blood test measure?
It measures specific IgE sensitisation to dog allergens. A positive result indicates sensitisation and must be interpreted with your symptom pattern by your GP or specialist.
What are Can f1 to Can f5?
They are dog allergen components. Can f1 and Can f2 are lipocalins, Can f3 is dog serum albumin, and Can f5 is a prostatic kallikrein component. Component patterns can provide additional clinical context.
Do breed differences matter for dog allergy?
All dog breeds can produce allergens. So-called “hypoallergenic” breeds are not reliably non-allergenic. Allergen load varies by individual dog and environment, not breed label alone.
Can this test diagnose dog allergy on its own?
No. This is a diagnostic support test. Diagnosis and management decisions require clinical assessment by your GP or allergy specialist.