Lambert Medical Practice provides advanced allergy testing, including the ALEX3 Allergy Test UK — screening 300 allergens in a single nurse-led blood draw. Foods, pollens, animals, dust mites, moulds, and more. Same-day results available. £295 all-inclusive at our CQC registered clinic in Surbiton, Southwest London.
Professional nurse blood draw • Detailed 300-allergen report • Clinically validated
Lambert Medical Practice provides advanced allergy testing services at our CQC registered clinic in Surbiton. Whether you need a comprehensive molecular profile or a targeted investigation, we have an option for you.
Our flagship test. Screens 300 allergens including 218 molecular allergens from a single blood draw. The most comprehensive specific IgE allergy panel available in the UK. Ideal for patients who want a complete allergy profile in one appointment.
£295 all-inclusive
Targeted specific IgE blood tests for individual allergens or small panels. Suitable if you already suspect a particular trigger and want confirmation, or if your GP has recommended a specific allergen panel. Available as part of our private blood testing service.
From £95
Not sure which test you need? Our GP team can assess your symptoms, advise on the most appropriate test, and if required, refer you to an NHS or private allergist for further specialist investigation.
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Allergies are far more common than many people realise. More than one in four people in the UK are affected by an allergy at some point in their lives, and the number continues to rise — particularly in adults who develop new allergies later in life. Symptoms are often dismissed or misattributed to other conditions, leaving people suffering unnecessarily for years. An untreated allergy can significantly impact your quality of life, your sleep, your energy levels, your ability to exercise, and your enjoyment of food and the outdoors. The frustrating truth is that without a comprehensive test, identifying the exact trigger can feel like finding a needle in a haystack. That is why we provide advanced allergy testing at Lambert Medical Practice — including the ALEX3, the most comprehensive specific IgE allergy test currently available in the UK — right here in Surbiton.
Do any of these sound familiar?
Persistent sneezing, runny nose, or nasal congestion — especially seasonal or around animals
Itchy, watery, or swollen eyes — worse outdoors or in dusty environments
Coughing, wheezing, or shortness of breath — triggered by environment or certain foods
Digestive symptoms after eating — bloating, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhoea
Skin reactions — hives, rashes, eczema flare-ups, or unexplained itching
Fatigue and brain fog — often overlooked symptoms linked to chronic allergic response
If you experience any of these, a comprehensive allergy test could provide the answers you have been searching for.
Allergy testing is particularly relevant for patients with hay fever, asthma, eczema, and food allergies. Speak to our GP team if you are unsure which test is right for you.
The ALEX3 is suitable for anyone experiencing unexplained symptoms that may be allergy-related. You do not need a GP referral. Here are some of the most common reasons patients book with us:
You suffer from sneezing, congestion, or itchy eyes during spring and summer but are not sure exactly which pollens are triggering your symptoms. Identifying specific pollen allergens can guide targeted treatment and immunotherapy options.
You experience reactions after eating — hives, swelling, digestive upset, or tingling — but cannot pinpoint which food is responsible. The ALEX3 tests all major food allergens at molecular level, preventing unnecessarily restrictive elimination diets.
Your eczema, urticaria, or dermatitis flares without a clear pattern. Allergic triggers are a common but often overlooked cause of chronic skin conditions. Identifying specific IgE sensitivities can significantly improve management.
Your asthma or breathing difficulties worsen in certain environments or seasons. Allergic asthma is extremely common, and identifying specific triggers — dust mites, moulds, animal dander, pollens — is essential for effective long-term management.
You suspect you are allergic to your cat, dog, or another pet but want to confirm before making life-changing decisions. The ALEX3 tests for specific molecular components within animal allergens, providing a more nuanced picture than basic testing.
You react to seemingly unrelated things and have never had a comprehensive test. Cross-reactive molecular allergens often explain why patients react to multiple foods or environments — the ALEX3 is specifically designed to uncover these connections.
Not sure if the ALEX3 is right for you? Call 0208 133 5694 and we will advise.
You are not alone if you have spent years avoiding foods you think might be a problem, or dreading the summer pollen season, or wondering why you feel worse in certain environments. Standard allergy testing often checks only a handful of allergens, leaving the majority of potential triggers untested. Our ALEX3 test screens 300 allergens in a single blood test — covering foods, pollens, animals, house dust mites, moulds, yeasts, insect venoms, and 218 specific molecular allergens. With one test, you receive a complete allergy profile that most other providers simply cannot match.
The difference between posting a home kit and visiting Lambert Medical Practice is significant. When you come to our CQC registered clinic in Surbiton, your blood sample is taken by our qualified phlebotomy nurse — ensuring a high-quality venous sample for the most accurate results. You have the opportunity to ask questions, discuss your symptoms, and receive guidance before you even leave the clinic. We are not just processing a postal order. We are your local, trusted medical team who will support you through the results process and beyond.
Most allergy tests on the market test for whole allergens — for example, whether you react to “apple.” The ALEX3 goes significantly further by also testing for the specific molecular components within each allergen — such as Mal d 1 or Mal d 3 in apple. This matters enormously because those same molecules are often found across multiple different foods and pollens. Understanding which molecule you are reacting to can explain why you react to seemingly unrelated foods, identify how severe your allergy risk is, enable highly targeted dietary advice rather than unnecessarily restrictive diets, and determine whether you might benefit from allergen immunotherapy.
Both options include professional nurse blood draw in our CQC registered Surbiton clinic. No hidden fees. No surprises.
£295 All-Inclusive
or call 0208 133 5694
Perfect for anyone who wants a complete, accurate allergy profile. Professional medical-grade testing from start to finish.
£480 £420
Everything in the standalone test PLUS:
+ GP Appointment (30 mins — £65 value)
Full results review, clinical interpretation, and personalised management plan
+ Nutritionist Assessment (60 mins — £90 value)
Tailored dietary recommendations based on your results, preventing unnecessarily restrictive diets
SAVE £60 — Get £480 of services for just £420
Ideal for patients wanting expert clinical guidance on their results
Not sure which option is right for you? Call us on 0208 133 5694 and we'll be happy to advise.
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Book online in under 2 minutes at our booking page or call our reception team on 0208 133 5694. We offer flexible appointments including early mornings, evenings, and Saturday slots to suit your schedule. You will receive instant confirmation with clinic directions and parking information.
Arrive at Lambert Medical Practice, 380 Ewell Road, Surbiton, KT6 7BE (free parking directly outside). Our qualified phlebotomy nurse will take a small venous blood sample from your arm — exactly like any standard blood test. The process takes under 5 minutes. A venous blood draw ensures the highest quality sample for maximum accuracy.
Your sample is dispatched to our partner accredited UK laboratory the same day via Royal Mail Tracked 24. Using the ALEX3 multiplex ELISA technology — the most advanced allergy screening platform currently available — your blood is tested against all 300 allergens including 218 molecular components.
Your detailed 300-allergen report is emailed as a PDF — typically the same day your sample is received before 11am, or the following working day. The report lists every allergen tested with your specific IgE levels, flags any detected sensitivities, and includes a summary page for easy interpretation.
The ALEX3 Allergy Xplorer covers 80 allergen families, 145 allergen sources, and 300 individual allergens — including 218 molecular allergens and 82 traditional allergen extracts. This breadth of coverage means that in a single blood draw, we can screen for virtually every major allergen category that affects people in the UK. From the seasonal pollen triggers that cause hay fever to the specific food proteins that trigger IgE responses, from cat and dog dander to house dust mites, moulds, insect venoms, and latex — the ALEX3 provides a complete allergic profile that gives you and your clinician the information needed to make confident decisions about your health.
Timothy grass, rye grass, birch, oak, ash, olive, mugwort, ragweed, plantain, and many more seasonal tree, grass, and weed pollens — the primary cause of hay fever in the UK.
Cat (Fel d 1, Fel d 2, Fel d 4), dog (Can f 1, Can f 2, Can f 5), horse, rabbit, hamster, guinea pig, cow, and other animal danders, epithelia, and saliva proteins.
Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus, Dermatophagoides farinae, Blomia tropicalis, and storage mites — a common hidden trigger in homes throughout the year.
Peanut, all major tree nuts, wheat, gluten, cow's milk, egg, soy, fish, shellfish, sesame, celery, mustard, kiwi, banana, apple, peach, cherry, stone fruits, and many more.
Alternaria alternata, Cladosporium herbarum, Aspergillus fumigatus, Penicillium notatum, Candida albicans, and additional environmental moulds and yeasts.
Bee venom (Api m 1), wasp venom (Ves v 1, Ves v 5), cockroach, mosquito, ants, and latex (Hev b allergens) — critical for identifying potentially life-threatening sensitivities.
The unique and defining feature of ALEX3. Molecular allergens are specific proteins within whole allergens. Testing at molecular level identifies cross-reactions and assesses allergy severity.
Various occupational allergens and additional clinically relevant triggers that standard panels do not include.
ALEX3 covers more than 95% of major problem-causing allergens — all confirmed in a single blood draw at our Surbiton clinic.
Most allergy tests check whether you react to a whole food or substance — for example, whether you have an IgE response to apple. This is a useful starting point, but it misses a critical piece of information: which specific protein within the apple is triggering your immune system?
The ALEX3 goes further by identifying the individual molecular components that make up each allergen. For example, within apple there are several different molecular allergens — Mal d 1, Mal d 2, Mal d 3, and Mal d 4. Each has a very different clinical significance. A reaction to Mal d 1 is often associated with oral allergy syndrome — a mild reaction commonly seen in people who are also allergic to birch pollen. A reaction to Mal d 3, however, is associated with a much higher risk of systemic reactions. Knowing the difference allows your clinician to give you appropriate, targeted advice rather than simply telling you to “avoid all apples.”
Molecular allergen testing also identifies cross-reactive triggers — situations where the same protein molecule is found across multiple different foods or pollens. This explains why some people react to apparently unrelated foods — it is often the same molecular component causing the response. Without molecular testing, these connections are invisible.
Finally, molecular allergen profiling can help identify whether a patient is a candidate for Allergen Immunotherapy (AIT) — a treatment that can progressively train your immune system to tolerate the trigger allergen. This is a potential pathway to long-term relief rather than simply managing symptoms indefinitely.
Whole Allergen
Apple
Contains molecular allergens:
Different risk levels → Targeted advice
The ALEX3 Allergy Xplorer is an ELISA-based IgE multiplex assay. When you are exposed to an allergen that your immune system has been sensitised to, your body produces a specific antibody called Immunoglobulin E, or IgE. These IgE antibodies are only found in the serum of your blood — not in saliva or hair — which is why a blood test is the only scientifically valid method for detecting true IgE-mediated allergies.
In practical terms, the ALEX3 test measures two things simultaneously: your total IgE level (the overall amount of allergy antibody in your blood) and your specific IgE levels against each of the 300 individual allergens in the panel. This dual measurement provides a highly detailed picture of your allergic profile, indicating not only which allergens you are sensitised to, but to what degree — information that is clinically essential for risk assessment and treatment planning.
Non-specific IgE antibodies against Cross-Reactive Carbohydrate Determinants (CCDs) are automatically blocked in the ALEX3 test. CCDs are carbohydrate structures found in many foods and pollens that can cause misleading positive results in other allergy tests. By neutralising CCD interference, the ALEX3 delivers high specificity and substantially reduces the risk of false positive results — a common problem with less sophisticated allergy panels.
ALEX3 is clinically and scientifically validated, approved for use in NHS Allergist practice, and used to guide Allergen Specific Immunotherapy (AIT) treatment decisions — the most credentialled allergy test available in the UK.
This is a standard venous blood draw from your arm — identical to any routine blood test. You are not exposed to any allergens during the test. It is completely safe for patients with a history of anaphylaxis.
See how the ALEX3 compares to other allergy testing options available in the UK.
| What You Get | NHS Skin Prick Test | Standard IgE Panel (Private) | Home Postal Kit | ALEX3 at Lambert Medical Practice |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allergens tested | 10–20 | 20–50 | 20–100 | 300 |
| Molecular allergens | No | No | No | Yes (218) |
| Cross-reaction profiling | No | Limited | No | Yes — full profiling |
| False positive (CCD blocking) | N/A | No | No | Yes — automatic |
| Antihistamine cessation required | Yes | Yes | Usually | No |
| Collection method | Clinic (NHS wait) | Clinic | DIY finger prick | Professional venous draw |
| CQC regulated setting | Yes (NHS) | Varies | No | Yes |
| Sample quality assurance | High | Varies | Variable | High (nurse-led) |
| Results turnaround | 2–4 weeks | 5–10 days | 5–10 days | Same day / next working day |
| Full molecular report | No | No | No | Yes |
| IgE severity grading | No | Partial | No | Yes |
| Can guide immunotherapy | Limited | Limited | No | Yes |
| Price per allergen | NHS only | £5–20+ | £1–3 | Under £1 |
| Total cost | Free (long wait) | £150–600+ | £50–200 | £295 all-inclusive |
No hidden costs. £295 covers nurse blood draw, lab analysis, and full results report.
Lambert Medical Practice is your local allergy testing provider in the heart of Surbiton — one of Southwest London's most accessible locations. We serve patients from across Southwest London and Surrey who want professional, clinical-grade allergy testing without the cost or inconvenience of central London. There is no need to travel to Harley Street or navigate central London traffic when you can access the same quality of testing right here in Surbiton. We are situated on Ewell Road with free parking directly outside, making your visit as straightforward and stress-free as possible. Whether you are based in Kingston upon Thames, Wimbledon, Richmond, Teddington, Esher, Claygate, Thames Ditton, New Malden, Worcester Park, Tolworth, Chessington, or anywhere in Southwest London or Surrey, Lambert Medical Practice is your closest specialist clinic for ALEX3 allergy testing.
Lambert Medical Practice
380 Ewell Road, Surbiton, KT6 7BE
We are fully registered and regulated by the Care Quality Commission — the independent regulator of health and social care in England. Our registration demonstrates compliance with the highest standards of safe care, patient dignity, and clinical governance.
Your blood sample is taken by our qualified, experienced phlebotomy nurse in a proper clinical environment. This ensures the highest quality venous sample — superior to finger-prick home collection kits — for the most accurate results possible.
We aim to issue your full results report the same day your sample is received at our partner laboratory before 11am. Next working day otherwise. We know you want answers — we work to get them to you as quickly as possible.
Your sample is processed in an internationally accredited UK laboratory using ALEX3 multiplex ELISA technology — the same standard used by NHS Allergists. Accreditation guarantees the highest international quality and accuracy benchmarks.
You do not need to stop taking your daily antihistamines before your test. Unlike many alternative allergy tests, the ALEX3 is not affected by antihistamine use — no disruption to your daily routine or symptom relief.
£295 covers everything: the nurse appointment, blood draw in our CQC registered clinic, full laboratory analysis against 300 allergens, and your detailed results report. There are no hidden fees, no add-on charges, and no surprise invoices.
“I had suffered with unexplained digestive symptoms and skin reactions for years. My GP had done some basic tests but nothing conclusive came back. I decided to try the ALEX3 at Lambert Medical Practice and it was genuinely life-changing. The report identified several molecular allergens I had never even heard of, and suddenly it all made sense. The nurse was brilliant, the clinic was spotless, and I had my results the very next morning. Would recommend to anyone who has been going round in circles trying to get answers.”
“I was sceptical at first — I had done one of those home kits a couple of years ago and found the results confusing and unhelpful. The ALEX3 at Lambert’s was a completely different experience. Three hundred allergens in one test, a proper nurse taking the blood, and a clear, detailed report that actually explained what I was reacting to and why. The molecular allergen section was particularly enlightening — it explained cross-reactions I had been experiencing for years. Brilliant service.”
“My teenage son had been struggling with hay fever and what we thought might be a food allergy for a long time. The ALEX3 test gave us a complete picture in one go. The clinic is professional and welcoming, the process was quick and painless, and the results arrived the same day. We were then able to discuss everything with our GP armed with a proper clinical report. It saved us months of guessing and multiple further appointments. Absolutely worth every penny.”
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Still have questions? Call us on 0208 133 5694 — we are happy to advise.
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