Private Venom Components Blood Test in the City of London
Test price
£188
+ £50 blood draw
Results in 2 days"
Pay at clinic
Venom Components blood test to identify allergic sensitivities and guide management.
2 min from St Paul's station · short walk from Bank, Blackfriars & Barbican
Venom Components
Test fee £188 + £50 phlebotomy fee (per visit)
- Results in 2 days"
- UKAS accredited laboratory
- Professional phlebotomy service
- Confidential results portal
Or call 020 7183 3709
Pay at clinic on the day of your appointment
The Venom Components is available at our clinic in The City of London for £188.
* Excluding £50 phlebotomy fee (per visit)
Allergies occur when the immune system reacts to a substance that is normally harmless, such as certain foods, pollen, animal dander, or dust mites. These reactions are mediated by an antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE).
Blood-based allergy testing measures specific IgE antibodies to individual allergens. This can help identify triggers that may be causing symptoms such as skin reactions, digestive problems, respiratory issues, or anaphylaxis.
What the Venom Components Measures
- Specific IgE antibodies to individual allergens
- Total IgE levels — an overall measure of allergic antibody activity
- Component-resolved diagnostics — where applicable, identifies specific allergenic proteins
When This Test May Be Helpful
- Suspected food allergies or intolerances
- Hay fever, allergic rhinitis, or seasonal symptoms
- Eczema, urticaria (hives), or unexplained skin reactions
- Asthma with a suspected allergic trigger
- A history of anaphylaxis or severe allergic reactions
- Identifying specific triggers to inform allergen avoidance
- Pre-travel or occupational allergy assessment
Understanding Your Results
Results are typically available within 2 days" and are delivered securely.
A positive specific IgE result indicates sensitisation to a particular allergen, meaning your immune system has produced antibodies against it. However, sensitisation does not always mean you will experience clinical symptoms on exposure.
Allergy test results should be interpreted alongside your clinical history. We recommend discussing positive results with your GP or an allergy specialist, who can advise on allergen avoidance strategies and management.
Important Information
This test detects sensitisation to allergens and does not diagnose allergy on its own. Clinical correlation is essential. Please consult your GP or an allergy specialist for advice.
Allergy Identification
Identifying allergies helps manage symptoms and avoid triggers effectively.
- Allergic reactions
- Food sensitivities
- Respiratory symptoms
- Skin conditions
- Digestive issues
- Treatment planning
How It Works
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Ave Maria Lane, City of London
Quick Blood Draw
Professional phlebotomy - 5 minutes
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Results in 2 days"
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this blood test
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Central London location with excellent transport links
Address
St Paul's Medical & Dental
Ave Maria Lane
The City of London
London EC4M 7AQ
Getting Here
- Walking distance from St Pauls, Blackfriars, Bank and Barbican stations
- Circle, District & Piccadilly lines
Opening Hours
Current opening hours:
- Monday – Friday8am–6pm (Fri until 5pm)
- SaturdayClosed
- SundayClosed
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No GP referral needed. Book online and get tested at our City of London clinic. Results within 2 days".
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Private blood tests beside St Paul’s Cathedral — 2 minutes from St Paul’s tube and a short walk from Bank, Blackfriars and Barbican. Early appointments from 8am.
5 Ave Maria Lane, The City of London, EC4M 7AQ
We Accept All Major Dental Insurances
Use your workplace or personal dental cover with us. We provide itemised receipts and completed claim forms for all major UK insurers — including AXA Health, Aviva, Bupa, Cigna, Vitality, Westfield Health, WPA, Unum, and Boots Dental Plan.
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