May 2016
In the intradermal test, the
allergist interjects the allergen
underneath the skin layer. While it
seems this method would be a bit
stronger in true-positive results, it
most often yields false positives.
The skin patch test is performed
by putting the allergen on a patch
and keeping it taped to the skin for
up to three days. “Challenge tests”
may also be administered, which
involve inhaling or swallowing the
allergen.
Blood tests can reveal allergies
in the body. The enzyme-linked
immunosorbent assay (ELISA or
EIA) test is the blood test most
often performed for allergies. More
antibodies will be seen in blood
trying to fight off what the body
perceives as a threat.
The American Academy of
Allergy, Asthma and Immunology
(AAAAI) is probably the bestknown institute for the study and
treatment of allergies. With the
variable nature of allergy testing
in general, the AAAAI recommends staying away from certain
treatments that are even less likely
to yield correct results than the
conventional tests. These include
the Rinkel skin titration method,
provocative neutralization testing,
immunoglobulin G testing, cytoxicity testing, drugstore screenings,
muscle strength testing and any
cheap home tests available in your
local pharmacy.
Many medicines you take can
affect the accuracy of skin tests,
and some may even create, help or
exacerbate allergic reactions. Some
people will opt to keep a food
diary or do an elimination test,
where particular foods are slowly
removed from the diet. The diary
records the affects of life with and
without those items.
The important thing with allergies is to find out how they affect
you. Many times people live with
unknown allergens for so long that
it feels like the norm, when in fact
the body is struggling with processing and staying healthy.
If you think allergies may be
adversely affecting you, speak to
your doctor about the best options
for allergy testing, as each case is
different. Rejuvenation and better
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