FAQ Category: Allergy Testing FAQ
If your allergy symptoms keep coming back or over-the-counter medications aren’t providing enough relief, it may be time to schedule allergy testing.…
Because we are deliberately introducing small amounts of your triggers, localized redness, swelling, or itching may occur as part of a positive…
Certain antihistamines can interfere with skin-test results and may need to be stopped before testing. Follow the specific medication instructions…
A course of allergy immunotherapy often lasts approximately three to five years, although treatment duration and individual response can vary. We may…
Allergy shots gradually expose patients to controlled amounts of relevant allergens with the goal of reducing sensitivity and allergy symptoms over…
A positive allergy test may indicate sensitization to an allergen. Results should be interpreted alongside your symptoms and medical history to…
This is probably the question we hear most often. Skin testing may cause a brief prick, scratch, itching, or localized swelling. Individual…
The actual skin application only takes a few minutes, followed by a 15 to 20-minute waiting period to see how your skin responds. Your test results…
It all starts with a simple baseline conversation. During your visit, you’ll sit down with our team to review your medical history before starting…
We offer a few different options to help identify potential environmental allergens to which you may be sensitized. Testing may evaluate sensitivity…