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What should I expect during an allergy test?

Answer verified by LinQMD Care Team Last updated 11 Jul 2024
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Allergy testing may involve skin prick tests or blood tests to identify specific allergens. The tests are relatively quick and results are usually available within a short period.

For Skin Prick test – you should be avoiding Anti Histamines, Anti Psychotics for at least 1wk before you can get the Skin prick test

For Blood test you don’t have to avoid any medications before the test.

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