300+ allergens tested from a single blood draw. Clinician-interpreted results. No GP referral needed. Serving Kingston (KT1/KT2) residents at our Surbiton clinic — just minutes away.
Lambert Medical Practice is located at 380 Ewell Road, Tolworth, Surbiton KT6 7BE — approximately 2 miles and a 10-minute drive from Kingston town centre.
Kingston station to Surbiton station is just 3 minutes by train (South Western Railway). From Surbiton station, Lambert Medical is a short taxi ride or 15-minute walk along Ewell Road.
From Kingston, take the A240 Ewell Road south towards Surbiton/Tolworth. The clinic is on the right-hand side. Free parking is available on adjacent side streets.
The 281 bus runs from Kingston town centre towards Tolworth, stopping near the clinic on Ewell Road.
Around 10 minutes by car or 15–20 minutes by public transport. Kingston is one of our nearest locations — no long journey needed.
Allergies affect millions of people across the UK, and many Kingston residents suffer for months or even years without ever identifying the specific triggers behind their symptoms. The frustrating reality is that common allergy symptoms — sneezing, skin reactions, digestive upset — can be caused by dozens of different allergens, and without comprehensive testing, the guesswork continues indefinitely.
If you experience any of the following, the ALEX3 molecular allergy test could help you finally get clear answers:
Many people living in Kingston accept these symptoms as a fact of life. But with comprehensive molecular allergy testing, it is often possible to pinpoint the exact triggers and take targeted action — whether that means dietary changes, environmental adjustments, medication, or consideration of immunotherapy.
ALEX3 — Allergy Explorer 3 — is one of Europe's most advanced allergy diagnostic tools. It represents a significant step forward from both traditional skin prick tests and basic IgE blood panels, offering a level of detail that was simply not available to most patients a decade ago.
The key difference lies in molecular component-resolved diagnostics. Standard allergy blood tests measure your immune response to crude allergen extracts — essentially a mixture of many proteins from a given source. If you test positive to "cat dander extract," you know you have some sensitisation to cats, but you don't know which protein is responsible, how severe your reaction is likely to be, or whether your apparent cat allergy might actually be a cross-reaction to something else entirely.
ALEX3 goes further. It tests 300 allergens including 218 individual molecular components, measuring your IgE response to specific proteins. This allows a clinician to:
ALEX3 is performed from a single blood draw — no skin prick testing, no fasting, no need to stop antihistamines beforehand. The sample is sent to a certified laboratory, and results are returned within 7-10 working days as a detailed report, which is then interpreted by one of our GMC-registered doctors.
The test is used by NHS specialist allergy centres including Great Ormond Street Hospital and South Tees NHS Foundation Trust for complex cases. At Lambert Medical, we make this technology available directly to Kingston residents without the need for a referral or lengthy NHS waiting list.
The 300-allergen panel covers all major allergen categories comprehensively:
Grass pollens, tree pollens (birch, oak, alder, hazel, olive), weed pollens (mugwort, ragweed, plantain). Particularly relevant for Kingston residents with seasonal hayfever.
Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus and farinae, storage mites. A common cause of year-round allergic rhinitis and eczema in UK homes.
Cat, dog, horse, guinea pig, hamster, rabbit, mouse, rat. Molecular testing can confirm whether your symptoms are truly pet-driven.
Nuts (peanut, all major tree nuts), dairy, eggs, wheat, shellfish, fish, fruits, vegetables, sesame, soy, and more — including specific molecular components for risk stratification.
Alternaria, Aspergillus, Cladosporium, Penicillium — common triggers for perennial allergic rhinitis and asthma.
Honeybee, common wasp, paper wasp, hornet — important for assessing anaphylaxis risk from stings.
Natural rubber latex (Hevea brasiliensis) with specific molecular components, plus Anisakis (relevant for raw fish consumers).
Blood draw, laboratory analysis & comprehensive results report
GP consultation to discuss results — available to add at an additional cost. Recommended to understand your report and agree a management plan.
Children's allergy testing (ALEX3 blood test from approximately age 5, or skin prick testing for younger children) is also priced at £295.
A brief venepuncture — usually 5–10 minutes. No fasting or antihistamine withdrawal required.
Your sample is sent to a certified specialist laboratory for full ALEX3 microarray analysis across all 300 components.
Results are typically ready within 7–10 working days. We will contact you when your report is available.
Book a separate GP consultation to discuss your results, understand your triggers, and agree a management plan.
| Feature | ALEX3 | Skin Prick Test | Basic IgE Panel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of allergens | 300+ | 20–40 | Typically 10–20 |
| Molecular components | 218 | None | None (extract-based) |
| Antihistamine withdrawal | Not required | Required (5–7 days) | Not required |
| Distinguishes cross-reactivity | Yes | No | No |
| Risk stratification | Yes | Limited | Limited |
| Results timeline | 7–10 working days | Immediate (in clinic) | 5–7 working days |
| Suitable for children | From ~5 years | Any age | Any age |
300 allergens. One blood draw. Results in 7–10 working days. Serving Kingston and surrounding areas.
Book Online — £295 0208 133 5694 WhatsApp Us380 Ewell Road, Tolworth, Surbiton KT6 7BE
~10 min from Kingston town centre
ALEX3 gives Kingston residents a comprehensive picture of their allergies — 300 allergens, one blood draw, clinician-interpreted results. Book today at our Surbiton clinic, just minutes from Kingston.