wo kann ich ein allergietest machen — what are common causes?

Allergy tests are typically performed by general practitioners or allergologists (specialists). Common locations include dermatology, pulmonology, or ENT practices. Blood tests for specific IgE antibodies (e.g., against pollen, dust mites, pet dander, or foods) are also offered by many laboratories. Home test kits (e.g., from MyBody-X) analyze a finger-prick blood sample, but they usually indicate sensitization, not clinical allergy – a positive result does not confirm an allergy. Common causes include pollen (hay fever), house dust mites, mold, animal dander, insect venom, and foods (e.g., peanuts, milk, egg). For children with eczema or those on antihistamines, a blood test is often preferred over a skin prick test. Evidence grade: practice – these methods are well-established in clinical guidelines. Caveat: test results must always be interpreted together with symptoms and medical history. A DNA test for allergies is not clinically validated; genetic predispositions are only one small piece of the puzzle.