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  • Allergy Testing for Parents


    Find out how doctors test for allergies.

  • 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.

  • Food Allergy Testing for Parents


    Find out how doctors test for food allergies.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Blood Test: Allergen-Specific Immunoglobulin E (IgE) for Parents


    This blood test can check for some kinds of allergies.

  • 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.

  • Blood Test: Immunoglobulins (IgA, IgG, IgM) for Parents


    Immunoglobulins (antibodies in the blood) can give doctors important information about the immune system, especially relating to infection or autoimmune disease.

  • Blood Test: Immunoglobulin A (IgA) for Parents


    Checking IgA levels can help doctors diagnose problems with the immune system, intestines, and kidneys. It's also used to check autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and celiac disease.

  • Stool Test: Fecal Blood for Parents


    The fecal occult blood test checks for blood in the stool that can’t be seen by the naked eye.