What to Expect During a Food Allergy Testing

Feb 06, 2017

What to Expect During a Food Allergy Testing

If you have ever experienced a reaction after eating a food, whether it was hives, itching, lip or tongue swelling or worse, you may have an allergy to a specific food which is causing this.

If you have ever experienced a reaction after eating a food, whether it was hives, itching, lip or tongue swelling or worse, you may have an allergy to a specific food which is causing this. The Allergy, Asthma & Sinus Center of NJ has been diagnosing and managing food allergies for over 25 years. We have two convenient offices located in Hunterdon & Somerset counties, NJ. Let the Allergy, Asthma, & Sinus Center assist you in identifying and managing your food allergy figuring out your exact food allergy. At our highly rated allergy and asthma practice you will receive only the best care and treatment for you and your family from our professional staff of allergy and asthma specialists.

Initial Consultation

Our experienced staff will speak with you and ask you about the following information about your diet:

  • Your daily diet
  • Any symptoms you have after eating food
  • How long the symptoms last
  • How often the symptoms occur
  • Your medical history

After collecting all the necessary information, we will discuss with you the likely diagnosis and any testing which is indicated. Please bring in the ingredients of any processed foods you suspect may have caused your reaction as well as any over-the-counter medications you took on the day(s) of your reaction.

Food allergy skin testing will be done for any suspected food allergens. A skin test is when a very small amount of a food allergen is applied to your skin with a small skin prick. It is left there for 15 minutes and then read to determine if it is a positive reaction, the emergence of a wheal and flare reaction.

In the event you cannot be skin tested to the food(s) which are suspected a blood test may be ordered to assess whether you are allergic to a food. You may be asked to keep a food diary in which you record all the food, drinks, and medications you ingest.

To schedule a food allergy testing in Clinton, NJ, and nearby areas, please give us a call today at (908) 526-0200 or email at info@bestallergycare.com!