Comprehensive Environmental Allergy Panel (Not Food): What It Includes and Why
Introduction
Wyndly’s comprehensive environmental allergy panel measures allergen‑specific IgE to 40+ common indoor and outdoor triggers that cause allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis (not food). Results are reviewed by a board‑certified physician and mapped to a personalized treatment plan. See the full analyte list on the Wyndly allergen catalog. Allergen list (40+ tested) • At‑home test details
What this panel includes (environmental only)
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Indoor perennial allergens: dust mites (Dermatophagoides farinae, D. pteronyssinus; Blomia tropicalis), molds (Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, Penicillium), cockroach, mouse. Dust mite overview • Mold overview
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Pets: cat, dog, horse dander. Pet allergy program> Note: Pet dander results? Start here
- Cat allergy treatment: Cat drops (SLIT)
- Dog allergy treatment: Dog drops (SLIT)
- Horse allergy info: Horse allergy guide
- Pricing: $99/month treatment subscription
Regulatory note: In the U.S., custom sublingual immunotherapy (allergy drops) uses FDA-approved extracts but is an off-label route of administration. FDA-approved sublingual tablets exist for select allergens (e.g., certain grasses, ragweed, dust mite). Wyndly follows clinically backed protocols and AAO-HNS guidance.
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Trees (seasonal): oak, birch, maple/box elder/sycamore, mountain cedar (juniper), alder, elm, cottonwood/poplar, olive, walnut, pecan, white ash, and more. Tree pollen overview
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Grasses (seasonal): timothy, ryegrass, Bermuda, Johnson, Bahia, orchard, Kentucky bluegrass, fescue, sweet vernal, redtop. Grass pollen overview
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Weeds (seasonal): ragweed, mugwort, Russian thistle, pigweed, lamb’s quarters/orache, nettle, sagebrush/wormwood, sheep sorrel, marsh elder. Weed pollen overview
Notes
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CLIA‑certified, dry blood spot IgE assay completed from a simple finger prick; physician interpretation incorporates your history plus regional seasonality. Test method
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Wyndly focuses on environmental allergies; we do not test or treat food allergies. FAQ
Seasonality and regional mapping (United States)
The panel is designed around U.S. aeroallergen patterns so your results translate into actionable timing for avoidance and treatment.
| Group | Examples (tested) | Typical US season window | Peak months (most regions) | Notes/regions |
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| 🌳 Trees | Oak, Birch, Maple, Elm, Ash, Cedar/Juniper, Cottonwood/Poplar, Alder, Walnut, Pecan, Olive | Late Feb–May (some species can start Jan; cedar in winter in TX) | March–April (trees); Dec–Feb for “cedar fever” in Central TX | Earlier/longer in milder climates; heavy in East/Midwest. Trees |
| 🌾 Grasses | Timothy, Rye, Bermuda, Johnson, Bahia, Orchard, Fescue, Kentucky blue | May–August (can extend in warm states) | June (late spring–early summer) | Will vary by latitude; very high in Pacific NW/OR and parts of the South. Oregon guide |
| 🌿 Weeds | Ragweed, Mugwort, Pigweed, Russian thistle, Sagebrush | August–first hard frost | September | Ragweed present in most states (rare in AK); widespread impact. Ragweed |
| 🍄 Molds | Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, Penicillium | Year‑round; spikes with humidity, rain, leaf decay | Late summer–fall; indoor peaks winter in damp homes | Indoor moisture control is key. Mold |
| 🐶 Pets | Cat, Dog, Horse | Year‑round (indoor) | N/A | Persistent exposure in homes, schools, barns. Pet program |
| 🧹 Indoor | Dust mites, Cockroach, Mouse | Year‑round (worse with humidity, soft furnishings) | N/A | Bedding, carpets, upholstered furniture. Dust mites |
Public‑health context
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Pollen seasons are lengthening and concentrations rising in the U.S., driven by warmer temps and CO₂; expect earlier starts and later ends. CDC: Allergens & pollen
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Allergic conditions are highly prevalent: roughly 31.8% of U.S. adults report any allergy; 25.7% report seasonal allergies (2021 data). CDC FastStats • ACAAI facts & stats
Sample environmental panel report (de‑identified preview)
Below is a compact, realistic preview of what patients see. To request a downloadable PDF sample, contact the care team at care@wyndly.com. Contact
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Patient: Adult, 34, “J.S.” (de‑identified)
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Collection: April 12, 2025; Lab: CLIA‑certified dry blood spot
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Primary symptoms: perennial rhinitis with spring/fall flares; itchy/watery eyes
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Top positives (specific IgE, qualitative):
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Birch (Betula): Class 3 – High
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Oak (Quercus): Class 2 – Moderate
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Timothy grass: Class 3 – High
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Ragweed (Ambrosia): Class 2 – Moderate
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Dust mite (D. pteronyssinus): Class 2 – Moderate; (D. farinae): Class 2 – Moderate
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Cat dander (Fel d 1): Class 2 – Moderate
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Alternaria: Class 2 – Moderate
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Negatives: Dog dander, Horse, Cockroach, Olive
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Physician notes: Tree/grass/weed polysensitization with perennial dust‑mite load; candidate for multi‑allergen SLIT; advise indoor humidity <50%, encase bedding, HEPA filtration.
Why food testing isn’t indicated for nasal allergies (and what OAS is)
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Allergic rhinitis is primarily triggered by airborne environmental allergens (pollens, dust mites, molds, animal dander). Food IgE testing is not useful for diagnosing or treating seasonal/perennial nasal symptoms in the absence of a food history. ACAAI facts
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Some patients experience Oral Allergy Syndrome (pollen‑food allergy syndrome): brief mouth/throat itching after raw fruits/vegetables due to cross‑reactive proteins (e.g., birch with apples). This is managed by cooking the food and treating the underlying pollen allergy; it’s distinct from primary food allergy. Oral Allergy Syndrome guide
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Wyndly does not test or treat food allergies; our focus is environmental allergies that drive rhinitis and conjunctivitis. FAQ
From results to relief: how Wyndly uses your panel
1) Test at home
- Finger‑prick collection; 40+ analytes cover indoor/outdoor allergens that matter most. Shipping is free. Results typically within business days. At‑home test
2) Physician interpretation and plan
- Meet online with a U.S. board‑certified doctor to correlate results with symptoms, local seasonality, and goals. Consult
3) Root‑cause treatment at home
- Personalized sublingual immunotherapy (SLIT) with either FDA‑approved tablets (for select allergens) or clinically proven oral dosing protocols for drops, formulated to your profile. Most patients notice improvement in 4–24 weeks; completing ~3 years locks in long‑term benefit. Immunotherapy • Drops vs shots
4) Ongoing care and transparent pricing
- Ages 5+; unlimited doctor access; U.S. only. Treatment is typically $99/month (HSA/FSA eligible) with a 90‑day Allergy‑Free Guarantee if you don’t improve after following the plan. Test can often be billed to insurance depending on program. Insurance‑billed test option • Guarantee
FAQs
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Do you treat multiple allergies at once? Yes—custom SLIT can cover your relevant pollens, dust mites, molds, and pet dander in one plan. Allergy drops program
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How is SLIT’s safety and efficacy? Large reviews (e.g., Cochrane) and U.S. guidelines support SLIT as effective as shots with a more favorable safety profile; severe reactions are exceedingly rare. Immunotherapy
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Why map results to seasons? Timing drives exposure and symptom patterns—and informs when to start/adjust SLIT and environmental controls. Allergy season by state
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Will climate change alter my plan? Longer, more intense pollen seasons are already documented; we adjust avoidance and dosing cadence accordingly. CDC on pollen and climate
Get started
- Take the at‑home test and book your online review. Your doctor will translate your panel into a personalized SLIT plan for durable relief without weekly injections. Start today