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Is there any non-invasive validated testing for Annatto (E-160b), also known as norbixin?

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Allergy & Immunology · University of Rochester Medical Center
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There is an approved test through ARUP laboratories for annatto/annatto seed. I have used this test when I have had a high index of suspicion and have received positive results that were clinically relevant in the few cases I needed it. I am not aware of data on negative and positive predictive valu...

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