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Testing performed
by United Allergy Labs
How is the test
performed?
A tiny comb
gently scratches or abrades the skin surface. After the test is
performed, it only takes about 15 minutes to develop. A positive test
will appear as a raised, red itchy bump on the skin, like a mosquito
bite. The testing is not painful.
How long does the
allergy test take?
Test results are
available within 15 minutes of testing, so you don't have to wait long
to learn the cause of your allergies.
Who can be tested?
Adults and
children over the age of 2 can be tested for allergies. This is
especially helpful for patients who suffer with asthma, allergic
pneumonia, conjunctivitis (pink eye), undiagnosed cough, dermatitis
(skin irritation), insect allergy, rhinitis, sinusitis, urticaria
(hives), and angioedema (similar to hives, but beneath the skin).
Which allergens
will I be tested for?
You will be
tested for the 50 most geographically specific allergens in your area.
We will test for products from dust mites, proteins from pet hair and
dander, trees, grass and weed pollen, molds, and cockroach droppings.
What is
immunotherapy?
Allergen
immunotherapy is a form of treatment aimed at decreasing your
sensitivity to substances called allergens. It involves introducing
increasing amounts of an allergen to a patient over several months.
How can I schedule
an appointment?
Call our office
(972-393-5559) to ask for more information or schedule a time for your
testing.
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