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Allergy Testing for Parents
Find out how doctors test for allergies.
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Allergy Testing for Teens
Doctors use several different types of allergy tests, depending on what a person may be allergic to. Find out what to expect from allergy tests.
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Food Allergy Testing for Parents
Find out how doctors test for food allergies.
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Tests for Food Allergies for Parents
Doctors often use a combination of skin tests and blood tests to test for food allergies. Learn about what to expect if your child gets tested.
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What Is Skin Testing for Allergies? for Parents
A scratch or skin prick test is a common way doctors find out more about a person's allergies.
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Blood Test: Allergen-Specific Immunoglobulin E (IgE) for Parents
This blood test can check for some kinds of allergies.
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Allergies (Topic Center) for Parents
This page has information about different types of allergies, how to prevent reactions, and what to do if your child has allergies.
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Food Allergies (Topic Center) for Parents
Food allergies can be serious, so it's very important to quickly identify and treat reactions. Learn about food allergies here so you know what to do when a child has a food allergy.
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Blood Test: Immunoglobulin E (IgE) for Parents
The immunoglobulin E (IgE) blood test is often done as part of an initial screen for allergies. High IgE levels also may indicate a parasitic infection.
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Asthma (Topic Center) for Parents
Asthma keeps more kids home from school than any other chronic illness. Learn how to help your child manage the condition, stay healthy, and stay in school.