Allergy Skin Test WisdomCard™
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Research Notes on Allergy Skin Test
Allergy skin testing involves exposing a patient's skin to allergens and observing them for a reaction. The test is not only useful in identifying substances that can cause an allergic reaction, but in developing a treatment plan.1 The test is performed by placing the allergen on the skin and the spot is scratched with a needle.2
Fast Facts:
- Side effects from testing are usually itching and redness.1
- Not performed on patients with eczema.2
- An alternative blood test may be given to diagnose allergens.2
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Research Notes References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 MayoClinic: Allergy Skin Tests
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 MedicineNet: Skin Test For Allergy
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- Last update: Oct. 14, 2009
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