ist ein allergietest kostenlos — what are common causes?

Whether an allergy test is free depends on the healthcare system. In Germany, statutory health insurance covers allergy tests (e.g., skin prick test, specific IgE) only if medically indicated – i.e., when there is a concrete suspicion of allergy with symptoms. A general screening without symptoms is not reimbursed. Private insurance may differ. Common causes of allergies include pollen (hay fever), dust mites, animal dander, mold, insect venom, foods (e.g., peanuts, milk, eggs), and medications. The underlying type‑I hypersensitivity is well understood, but identifying individual triggers requires proper medical evaluation. Direct-to-consumer tests (e.g., saliva-based) often lack evidence and are not covered. Evidence level: human-strong for the listed causes; cost coverage is a policy matter, not scientific evidence.