Allergy skin prick testing is available for multiple foods/ environmental triggers including dairy, egg, peanut and tree nuts, animal dander, house dust mite, pollens, etc. This can usually be done as part of your consultation. It is appropriate for immediate type allergies (typically hives and swelling).
“A maximum of 8 tests can be done under 5 years old, 20 tests 5-16 years old.
“For multiple different allergens, we offer Alex3 blood testing (for 300 different allergens) – this costs £272. Results are available within 3-7 working days.
“For more information on the different kinds of allergy, and different allergy tests, please see https://www.cyans.scot.nhs.uk/families/allergic-reactions-medication/about-allergy/allergy-tests/