💡Lab Spotlight: P88-DIY™ Antigen Test — Why Food Sensitivity Testing Goes Beyond "What Upset My Stomach?"

Most people think food reactions show up only as bloating, gas, or an upset stomach.
But you can react to food without ever having gut symptoms.

Your immune system plays a massive role in how foods impact inflammation, energy, mood, skin, and overall wellness. Sometimes the body is having a reaction long before your gut shows any signs.

That’s where the P88-DIY™ Antigen Test shines.

✅ What Is the P88-DIY™ Test?

The P88-DIY™ is a comprehensive food sensitivity and immune response test that can be done from home — no lab appointment or blood draw required. It evaluates your immune system’s reactivity to over 288 foods, additives, and environmental triggers using just a small finger-prick blood sample.

Unlike most food sensitivity tests, which only measure one immune marker, the P88-DIY evaluates three:

• IgE – associated with classic, immediate food allergy reactions (like shellfish or peanuts).

• IgA – connected to the gut and mucosal lining. These reactions often show up as sinus issues, skin symptoms, or changes in bowel habits.

• IgG – delayed sensitivities, which can appear hours or even days after eating a reactive food.

Most tests only assess IgG, which gives an incomplete picture.
This test captures a broader view of how your immune system interacts with what you eat.

✅ Why This Test Matters (Even If You Don’t Have Gut Issues)

Food sensitivities can manifest in other systems long before the gut speaks up.
The immune system is constantly responding to what we consume, and the gut houses about 70% of the immune system.

Inflammation from reactive foods can present as:

• Brain fog or fatigue

• Skin issues (eczema, hives, acne)

• Joint stiffness or inflammation

• Increased water retention or weight fluctuations

• Congestion or post-nasal drip

• Migraines or headaches

• Irregular bowel habits

• Low mood or irritability

Many people are surprised to learn that the food they eat every day — often healthy foods — may be activating a low-grade immune response.

This test is less about labeling foods as “good” or “bad,” and more about understanding how your body responds.

✅ What the P88-DIY™ Looks At

This test assesses how your immune system reacts to:

• A wide variety of common foods: fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, grains, nuts, seafood

• Spices and herbs that can be sneaky triggers

• Food additives and preservatives found in processed items

• Environmental triggers such as pollens, molds, and dust mites

Reactions are individual. A food that’s nourishing for someone else may be inflammatory for you.

✅ What Makes P88-DIY™ Different?

Most at-home food tests only measure one type of immune reaction and overlook other contributors. The P88-DIY™ provides a more complete view by examining multiple immune pathways and including environmental antigens and additives.

This matters when someone is experiencing symptoms that feel mysterious, cyclical, or hard to connect to something specific.

🚨 Important Reminder: This Test Does Not Diagnose

This test does not:

• Diagnose allergies

• Diagnose medical conditions

• Replace medical evaluation

It simply provides information about foods or substances that may be provoking an immune reaction. Test results should always be interpreted with your healthcare provider.

💡 When People Consider This Test

You may hear people ask about this test when:

• Symptoms seem random or inconsistent

• Elimination diets didn’t give clear answers

• They feel puffy, foggy, or fatigued after eating certain foods

• They want data instead of guessing

The P88-DIY™ can be a helpful starting point to build a more individualized nutrition plan.

✨ Final Thoughts

Your body communicates with you every day — through energy, brain clarity, skin, digestion, and mood.
Lab testing doesn’t replace intuition, but it can help remove the guesswork.

When you understand what your immune system is reacting to, you can make choices that support healing rather than inflammation.

Talk with your provider if this is something you’re curious about exploring.

📌 Educational only. Not medical advice. Always consult your own healthcare provider for testing, diagnosis, and treatment decisions.